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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 26 days Rocket Lab Corporation's roles stay open a median of 42 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Rocket Lab Corporation's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Rocket Lab Corporation
- low 0 stale, 12 reposted of 455 open
- Hiring momentum
- 683 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Rocket Lab Corporation's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Rocket Lab Corporation.
About this role
The Mechanical Engineer II at Rocket Lab will focus on developing mechanical and electromechanical hardware for space robotics and related applications. Responsibilities include designing precision mechanisms, conducting analysis, and supporting hardware through various stages from concept to delivery. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure practical and manufacturable solutions for demanding spaceflight environments.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Rocket Lab Corporation as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics, robotics, or another related engineering discipline.
- 2+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
- Experience designing mechanical hardware, mechanisms, aerospace hardware, robotic systems, or electromechanical assemblies.
- Experience with SolidWorks or a comparable CAD platform, including 3D modeling and production drawing creation.
- Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, material selection, manufacturing processes, and mechanical design documentation.
- Ability to use engineering fundamentals, hand calculations, and analysis tools to support design decisions.
Nice to have
- Experience developing spacecraft mechanisms, robotic manipulators, precision motion systems, actuators, gimbals, deployment systems, or similar high-reliability hardware.
- Experience supporting hardware through environmental testing, including vibration, shock, thermal-vacuum, or life testing.
- Experience with finite element analysis and interpretation of structural, vibration, or thermal test data.
- Experience taking a component or assembly from concept through fabrication, assembly, test, and production readiness.
- Experience with NASA, JPL, DoD, commercial space, or other high-reliability aerospace programs.
What you get
- Competitive base pay and company stock as part of total compensation package.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
- Top-tier medical plans, dental and vision coverage.
- Paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays.
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of the technology stack or tools beyond SolidWorks.
- The role may involve prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes.
- Level and base salary will vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience, which may lead to variability in compensation expectations.
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Listed by Rocket Lab Corporation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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