Full-Time

Quality Engineer I / II

Neutron

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Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$75k - $115kAnnually

Entry

Long Beach, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
QA & Testing
Manual Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Minitab
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor's in mechanical, aerospace or industrial engineering
  • Experience in assembly of electro-mechanical components.
  • 2+ years of experience in a quality role (for Quality Engineer II)
  • GD&T proficient (nice to have)
  • Strong data analytics and visualization skills (nice to have)
  • Pareto analysis, root cause and corrective action experience (nice to have)
  • Experience in the aerospace industry or other quality-critical industries (nice to have)
  • Minitab or other statistical software expertise (nice to have)
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Must be physically able to commute to buildings
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.
Responsibilities
  • Identify and prioritize risks to mission success.
  • Create action plans and lead execution of tasks to resolve problems.
  • Steer cross-functional teams to focus on top-impact actions and hold people accountable for achieving expected milestones.
  • Support and/or lead process failure mode and effect analysis.
  • Drive implementation of built-in quality fundamentals – Check-Do-Check.
  • Provide rapid response and problem resolution for containment and risk mitigation activities.
  • Identify and categorize quality problems that are impacting the company’s ability to deliver conforming hardware on schedule.
  • Lead team to deep dive the top problems and properly identify and resolve the root cause of the issues, applying tools like 5 Whys, Cause and Effect analysis and 8Ds.

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron rocket, designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit. Rocket Lab differentiates itself by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, making it more affordable and efficient for both private and public sector clients. The company's goal is to simplify and enhance the process of reaching space, supporting a wide range of applications from national security to climate monitoring.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$713.3M

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

16%

1 year growth

36%

2 year growth

80%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The expansion in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a $70 million investment and creation of 100 new jobs, indicates strong growth and job opportunities.
  • Significant investments from firms like Verus Capital Partners and Susquehanna Fundamental Investments reflect strong market confidence in Rocket Lab's future.
  • Government funding, including $41 million from the Chips Act and $44 million from New Mexico, bolsters Rocket Lab's financial stability and capacity for innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of the space industry, with major players like SpaceX, could pressure Rocket Lab to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Delays or failures in the development of the Neutron launch vehicle could impact Rocket Lab's ability to capture larger payload markets.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually, showcasing a proven track record of reliability and success.
  • The company's Photon spacecraft platform has been selected for high-profile NASA missions, including those to the Moon and Mars, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Rocket Lab's dual launch sites in New Zealand and Virginia provide operational flexibility and increased launch frequency, a strategic advantage over competitors with fewer launch sites.

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