Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Space Systems
Company: Rocket Lab
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: May 8, 2022
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Job Description:
Why Rocket Lab? From missions to the Moon & Mars, to looking for
life on Venus, Rocket Lab has opened up a solar system of
possibilities for innovation, exploration and infrastructure in
space to make for a better world down here on Earth. At Rocket Lab,
our employees have a once in a lifetime opportunity to work on
cutting edge projects and leave their footprint in history. Rocket
Lab has vertically integrated to become the world's leading
end-to-end space company. From space software, separation systems,
solar panels, reaction wheels, and in-house 3D engine builds,
anything that goes to space will have a Rocket Lab logo on it. With
our Electron rocket and Photon spacecraft, we---ve simplified
space, making it easy and affordable to get your ideas to orbit.
And with the development of our re-usable rocket, Neutron, we will
have the capabilities for mega constellation deployment, high value
payloads, deep-space missions and human spaceflight come 2024.
Rocket Lab has the only private orbital launch site in the world.
The satellites we build and launch are enabling innovation and
exploration, they---re keeping countries connected and borders
protected, they're monitoring weather and managing waste, they're
providing insights on climate change, and helping us manage
resources for future generations. While other companies talk about
it, we do it Manufacturing Engineer, Principal (Space Systems) As
the Principal Manufacturing Engineer for Rocket Lab---s Space
Systems programs, you---ll play a pivotal role in technology
development and platform development for high performance missions
in Defense and Intelligence Space. In addition, you will
participate in the development of technologies and platforms that
will see the Space Systems team deliver a NASA mission to the Moon,
Venus, and Mars. What you'll get to do: Design for Manufacture:
Contribute to design reviews acting as an expert in design for
manufacture, design for test, productivity, supplier capability
assessments, quality control, etc. Oversee introduction and
implementation of new products and product revisions as related to
Space Systems products and Electron/Neutron Avionics. Process,
Tooling & Equipment: Provide Engineering support for day-to-day
production processes Complete analysis and identify improvements
for production safety, quality, delivery and cost Develop
production processes and ensure they are accurately and clearly
documented, including testing procedures, health and safety
requirements and supervisor sign-offs. Design, develop, and
implement tooling and equipment for use in a production environment
where appropriate to improve quality, delivery and/or cost
performance Quality: When required, lead problem containment and
structured root cause & corrective action investigations Quickly
analyze and resolve manufacturing discrepancies and
non-conformances Interface with the quality team to resolve
manufacturing engineering quality responsibilities Liaise between
production, quality, supply chain and design engineering staff for
complex problem solving and process changes Continuous Improvement:
Identify, plan, and execute capital equipment, machine, and layout
upgrades to the meet volume requirements including preparation of
business cases Lead the continuous improvement process in your area
using lean tools and techniques such as 5S Introduce automation
where appropriate and ensure equipment data links directly to MRP
and quality systems Identify risks and improvements to develop the
manufacturing engineering department to meet company needs Develop
and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians daily
You---ll bring these qualifications: 4-year engineering degree
(Preferably Electrical, or Aerospace) 10 years--- of experience in
a satellite design, development, manufacturing and test
environment. These qualifications would be nice to have: Have
expert capability to execute projects for product, process and
equipment manufacturing improvements including the design, build,
commissioning and production hand-off Develop, implement, and
continuously improve avionics processes through strong working
knowledge of EEE piece parts, PCB, PCBA, electromechanical
assembly, tooling, test, and quality techniques. Have expert
knowledge in manufacturing processes for space systems and
aerospace materials including but not limited to soldering,
cleaning, solar panel production, vibration testing, thermal
testing, RF testing, radiation testing. Have performed root cause
and corrective action projects and PFMEA / DFMEA of complex
manufacturing processes and products Have a successful track record
coaching and mentoring engineers of different experience levels
Collaboration is at our core - every idea is heard, and everyone
makes a difference. We do what we say we---re going to do, we are
fiercely efficient and best of all, we build beautiful things.
Important Information: To conform to US Government space technology
export regulations, applicants must be a US citizen, lawful
permanent resident of the US, protected individual as defined by 8
USC 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization
from the US Department of State. Rocket Lab USA is an Equal
Opportunity Employer, employment with Rocket Lab USA is governed on
the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be
influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national
origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical
disability or any other legally protected status
Keywords: Rocket Lab, Long Beach , Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Space Systems, Other , Long Beach, California
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