Director - Electron Design Engineering

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Rocket Lab

Auckland, NZ

On-site

Posted March 26, 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.

ENGINEERING AT ROCKET LAB
Engineering is the driving force behind Rocket Lab’s success. Our team designed Electron, the world’s most frequently launched small launch vehicle, and continues to push the boundaries of innovation in space technology. With a proven track record of developing world-class rockets and spacecraft, we’re transforming how humanity accesses and utilizes space.

At Rocket Lab, you’ll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry—engineers from diverse backgrounds and experience levels, all united by a shared mission: going to space to improve life on Earth. Our engineering team spans disciplines including design, analysis, development, testing, manufacturing and launch support.

Shape DIRECTOR – ELECTRON DESIGN ENGINEERING

As Director – Design Engineering at Rocket Lab’s Auckland Production Complex, you will lead a high-performing engineering organization responsible for the ongoing evolution of Electron, the world’s leading small launch vehicle. You’ll oversee teams that design, develop, prototype, and test critical rocket components and subsystems, driving improvements in performance, manufacturability, production rate, and miss

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