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Rocket Lab Corporation

Senior Mechanical Engineer II

Rocket Lab Corporation · Silver Spring, MD

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
Rocket Lab Corporation's roles stay open a median of 79 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Rocket Lab Corporation's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Rocket Lab Corporation
high
455 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
2026-10-24

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

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer II at Rocket Lab, you will lead the development of innovative electromechanical systems for satellite separation mechanisms, overseeing projects from concept through production. Your responsibilities include designing in CAD, analyzing designs, defining requirements, and preparing technical documentation while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. You will also mentor other engineers and support business development efforts, all while working in a fast-paced environment focused on impactful space missions.

Our read on this posting3.0out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field
  • 8+ years experience in aerospace mechanical development projects
  • 3+ years as responsible engineer on mechanical development projects
  • Experience mentoring other engineers
  • CAD and FEA proficiency
  • Thorough understandings of aerospace standards, environments, verification tests and requirements

Nice to have

  • MS in relevant engineering field
  • Proficiency in NX CAD and Simcenter FEA software
  • Strong task management, communication and problem solving skills
  • Experience adapting to changing priorities and quickly resolving blockers

What you get

  • Competitive base pay
  • Company stock as part of total compensation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock
  • Top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored HSA plan option
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 7 days sick leave per year

Worth weighing

  • Position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to ITAR regulations
  • Role involves prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and computer work
  • Fast-paced environment may demand high levels of pressure and tight deadlines

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Listed by Rocket Lab Corporation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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