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Senior Product Support Engineer II
Nautilus Biotechnology
835 Industrial Road, San Carlos, CA
- $111,000 to $162,000 USD / year
We are hiring for a Senior Product Support Engineer II to join our growing team. This role is our instrument expert in the field, installing, qualifying, and supporting Beta and, soon,…
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Research Engineer I/II/III/IV/V/VI (Auburn) Pool
Auburn University
Auburn University, AL
…microelectronics, automotive electronics, highway research, robotics and autonomous systems, metallurgy and materials, asphalt technology, pulp and paper, transportation, energy technology,…
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Engineer II, Software - Perception (SD/DC/Bos) - New Grad - 6139
Shield AI
United States
- $136,000 to $204,000 USD / year
…of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic…
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Engineer II, Software - Autonomous Pilot Integration - New Grad - 6127
Shield AI
Washington, DC
- $136,000 to $204,000 USD / year
…of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic…
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Engineer II, Software - Autonomy Capabilities - New Grad - 6131
Shield AI
United States
- $136,000 to $204,000 USD / year
Experience with robotics middleware, simulation frameworks, CI, or distributed systems.
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Research Engineer II / III
The J David Gladstone Institutes
United States
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Software Engineer II, Autonomy Evaluation & Metrics Platform
Rivian
Palo Alto, CA
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Pivotal
Palo Alto, CA
- $132,000 to $153,000 USD / year
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Staff Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development
Intuitive
Sunnyvale, CA
On-site four days per week in Sunnyvale, CA
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Prototype Software Test Engineer
Sigma Design
Burlingame, CA
- $119,000 to $141,000 USD / year
Experience with embedded systems, VR/AR devices, robotics, or modern C++ is a plus
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Engineer II, Field Software
ASM
United States
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Electrical Engineer
Ecliptic Enterprises Corporation
San Luis Obispo, CA
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Scientific Systems Company, Inc.
Burlington, MA
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Senior Software Engineer II - Mission Solutions
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Burlington, MA
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Firmware Engineer II
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Boulder, CO
- $100,000 to $123,000 USD / year
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NY
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United States
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United States
Experience with warehouse automation, material handling systems, robotics, or industrial automation.
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Mechanical Engineer - Rover
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Carson, CA
- $107,000 to $150,000 USD / year
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Deployment Safety Engineer II, AR Technology Deployment (TD)
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Austin, TX · Nashville, TN · North Reading, MA · Arlington, VA
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Tooling Engineer
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- $90,000 to $160,000 USD / year
…proprietary software, automation, and advanced manufacturing systems built for speed. Our customers are inventing what's next, in aerospace, defense, robotics, and beyond. To keep up with…
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Senior Electrical Automation Engineer
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Huntington Beach, CA
- $160,000 to $200,000 USD / year
…proprietary software, automation, and advanced manufacturing systems built for speed. Our customers are inventing what's next, in aerospace, defense, robotics, and beyond. To keep up with…
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Composites Engineer
Layup Parts
Huntington Beach, CA
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…proprietary software, automation, and advanced manufacturing systems built for speed. Our customers are inventing what's next, in aerospace, defense, robotics, and beyond. To keep up with…

Rocket Lab Corporation

Mechanical Engineer II

Silver Spring, MD, United States

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Experience: 2+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 9, 2026

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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 humanity’s 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.

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.

MECHANICAL ENGINEER II

As a Mechanical Engineer II, based at Rocket Lab’s site in Silver Spring, Maryland, you will be part of a team dedicated to producing innovative spaceflight mechanism concepts, specifically separation systems. You will play a critical role in designing, building, and optimizing the products and processes that bring these ideas to life while continuously driving improvements for faster, better, smarter ways to build.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Hands-on assembly and physical production of mechanical space systems
Identify and implement quality and process-related initiatives and improvements
Improve electro-mechanical space systems, including design, prototyping, production, and test
Analysis of mechanical systems via classical and computer methods • Consult with machinists and vendors to assure proper manufacture of components
Inspection and quality control of machined parts
Travel occasionally to meet with customers regarding products

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering
2+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry
Understanding of electrical circuitry
Capacity to comply with the federally mandated of U.S. export control laws

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Advanced degree in aerospace, computer, electrical, mechanical, robotics, or systems engineering
Mechanically inclined and able to troubleshoot basic equipment issues
Passion for mechanisms and structures
Strong analytical mindset
Self-motivated
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to schedule and work on multiple projects concurrently
Ability to work collaboratively with other engineers
Experience with common manufacturing processes (e.g. CNC, turning, wire EDM, and 3D printing)

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 world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay, you'll 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 HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 7 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: flex schedule, free breakfast and lunch catered 2x/week, and free snacks/drinks.

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)

$116,000 - $122,000 USD

Base Salary

$87,000 - $109,000 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s 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 other’s 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 g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.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.

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3D Printing

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