Senior Structural Analyst I
Job Location:
Long Beach, NY - USA
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Job Summary
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
NEUTRON
Rocket Labs Neutron team is responsible for bringing our new large rocket Neutron and its launch and test sites to life. From designing and testing Neutrons structures and components to firing up its new Archimedes engines to setting up Neutrons launch pads and test sites across the United States joining the Neutron team is your opportunity to help launch a new large rocket for the very first time.
SENIOR STRUCTURAL ANALYSTI
The Structural Analyst position is based out of Rocket Labs headquarters in Long Beach CA. The candidate will support a high performing team of propulsion engineers with a broad range of expertise covering rocket engine combustion devices turbomachinery and other hardware. You will support the Neutron program and Propulsion department with solutions to tough technical problems and drive the vehicle design using analytical methods.
WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:
- Create system subassemblies and individual parts analytical models.
- Perform multiphysics structural thermal vibration fatigue and fracture analyses.
- Collaborate with the design team to finalize hardware designs to meet vehicle requirements.
- Generate and maintain clear documentation of all performed analyses including inputs methods and results to ensure proper communication during hardware reviews and qualification.
- Support stage engine and sub-system testing through data review and provide recommendations based on data and analysis.
- Develop standard practices for structural analysis and common hand calculations to expedite hardware development.
- Provide continued direction to the engineering team on highest value analysis and results deliverable schedule as the program evolves.
QUALIFICATIONS YOULL BRING AS SENIOR STRUCTURAL ANALYST I:
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineeringor related field.
- 5 years of experience performing thermal structural and vibration analysis for aerospace hardware.
- Mastery in thermal structural vibration and life assessment analysis best practices.
- Mastery in ductile and brittle material failure theories.
- Prior experience instrumenting hardware using strain gauges thermocouples and accelerometers to anchor FEM results.
- Proficiency in finite element analysis using commercially available software packages.
- Proficiency using one or more of the following programming languages: Python Matlab VBA and/or C
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Graduate degree with 3 years of experience.
- Proficiency using ANSYS Workbench and NASGRO.
- Familiarity with liquid engine qualification and certification using NASA-STDs
- Prior experience analyzing rocket engine combustion devices and turbo pump components.
- Experience with supporting failure investigations
- Experience with additively manufactured materials part design and analysis
- Experience working in a fast-paced development program
This position may require prolonged periods of sitting standing walking computer work and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise dust and fumes in production areas
Anticipated annual equity grant value is designed around function level experience and other factors; realized value depends on vesting and stock-price performance.
Join one of the worlds fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of addition to competitive base payyoull receive company stock as part of your total compensation package giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites groundbreaking missions and global markets your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock) top-tier medical plans (HMO PPO and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution) dental and vision coverage paid vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays flexible spending and dependent care accounts paid parental leave disability and life insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Additional perks include subsidized EV charging onsite fitness centers (where available) discounted gym memberships complimentary snacks and beverages 50% employee discount on our popular merch store and a variety of other employee discounts.
Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills education and experience.
Total Compensation (base and equity)
$135475 - $208475 USD
Base Salary
$115200 - $172800 USD
WHAT TO EXPECT
Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats not an easy task. It takes hard work determination relentless innovation teamwork grit and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each others backs checking our egos at the door and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure work to tight deadlines and our focus is always on how we can deliver rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia Japan New Zealand Switzerland the European Union or a country that is part of NATO or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations click here ITAR Regulations.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
The end-to-end space company delivering reliable launch services, spacecraft, satellite components.
