Director - Electron Design Engineering

Rocket Lab USA
Full-time Auckland, Auckland Manufacturing & Production
Posted:
February 27, 2026
Location:
Auckland, Auckland, New-Zealand

Job Description

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 to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions worldwide, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation, climate‑change mitigation, 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 into orbit. At the same time we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium‑lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment.

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 in...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Auckland, New-Zealand
Posted: February 27, 2026
Deadline: April 08, 2026