Supervisor, IQC

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Rocket Lab

Silver Spring, MD

On-site

Posted March 17, 2026

Job Description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we’re not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it’s a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions

SUPERVISOR, IQC

As a Supervisor, IQC based at Rocket Lab’s Silver Spring site, you’ll support the incoming quality control of satellite components that feed directly into spacecraft programs. In this role, you’ll lead and mentor the IQC team, drive process improvements, manage daily priorities, collaborate with product development, oversee metrology equipment, and ensure components meet strict spacecraft specifications. To be successful, you must be a detail‑driven, proactive leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and balances hands‑on inspection work with team development and process excellence. Join a driven team that’s tackling challenging projects, delivering on exciting missions, and making an impact on the future of space!

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and technicians responsible for Incoming Quality Control (IQC) of satellite components.
Drive process improvements initiatives across all areas of IQC: procedures, tools, & designs achieving Business Unit goals.
Monitor and report KPIs leveraging direct and indirect resources to meet and exceed targets.
Manage daily priorities, team schedules and personnel assignments.
Collaborate with product development team to ensure inspection best practices are integrated into new product designs
Develop and refine SOPs and processes for specific parts and assemblies.
Travel to meet with vendors or customers about PSC products and quality standards.
Oversee calibration and maintenance of IQC metrology equipment: CMMs, calipers, micrometers, gages, comparators, hardness testers, and other common mechanical inspection tools.
Inspect mechanical and electrical components to ensure compliance with specifications for traceable spacecraft assemblies.
Identify and implement training and professional development opportunities for team members.
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