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

Robotics & Automation
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$75k - $115kAnnually

Entry, Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Long Beach, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
QA & Testing
Manual Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • Bachelor's in mechanical, aerospace or industrial engineering
  • Experience in assembly of electro-mechanical components
  • 2+ years of experience in a quality role
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.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience developing new systems and processes.
  • GD&T proficient
  • Strong data analytics and visualization skills.
  • Pareto analysis, root cause and corrective action experience.
  • Experience in the aerospace industry or other quality-critical industries.
  • Minitab or other statistical software expertise.

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is 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, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various sectors. Rocket Lab differentiates itself by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, making it more affordable and efficient compared to competitors. The company's goal is to simplify and enhance access to space for both public and private organizations, supporting a wide range of applications from national security to climate monitoring.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$713.3M

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Collaboration with Air Force Research Lab could lead to more defense contracts.
  • Operational efficiency shown by two launches in 24 hours from different hemispheres.
  • Investment by Pier 88 indicates strong investor confidence in Rocket Lab's growth.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from SpaceX as Rocket Lab develops the Neutron rocket.
  • Potential delays in Virginia launch site could impact schedules and revenue.
  • Reliance on New Zealand site poses risks from geopolitical tensions or natural disasters.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually.
  • Photon platform supports NASA missions to the Moon, Mars, and private Venus missions.
  • Neutron rocket development positions Rocket Lab as a competitor in heavy-lift launches.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Phone/Internet Stipend

Childcare Support

Gym Membership

Employee Discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options