Hiring: Test and Launch Operations Engineer I Company: Rocket Lab Location: Wallops Island, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-14 11:02:19 About the job Experience: •1+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, in the focus of electrical/software engineering •2+ years of experience in engineering design, test, and/or operations Required Skills: •Test and Launch Operations Engineers are responsible for taking years of design and manufacturing to flight in the operation of launch vehicles. •As a member of Rocket Lab's Test & Launch Operations team, you will be directly responsible for operating the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles from the control room throughout all phases of integrated systems testing and launch operations. •Execute complex test sequences, monitor real-time ground systems data, make critical go/no-go decisions, and command ground support systems during countdown and flight operations. •This role is within the Ground Systems discipline, responsible for launch pad infrastructure, ground support equipment (GSE), fluid systems, and all facility operations that enable launch. Qualifications: •2+ years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!