Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer
Rocket Lab Corporation · Long Beach
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- Company
- Rocket Lab Corporation
- Location
- Long Beach
- Salary
- $212,000 — $350,000
- Posted
- September 1, 2026
About this job
PRINCIPAL ELECTRIC PROPULSION ENGINEER We’re currently seeking a Principal Electric Propulsion Engineer for our propulsion engineering team based out of Long Beach, CA. As an Electric Propulsion Engineer, you are responsible for system-level and component-level ownership of space systems propulsion and fluidic development. These teams support our Space Systems division, and lead cutting-edge programs for civil, commercial, and defense customers. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Own development of new or existing products or systems, acting as technical lead to guide team through end-to-end development process Conceptual and detailed performance calculations, systems modelling, analysis, and system designs Requirements gathering, definition, and management Systems engineering activities and…
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