Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Vehicle Integration

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.

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. We're opening access to space to improve life on Earth through our Electron rocket and Neutron launch vehicle programs, alongside our space systems business. From pioneering carbon composite rocket technology to delivering reliable and rapid launch services, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We're looking for a motivated intern to join our Manufacturing Engineering team in Auckland. In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience in the Launch Vehicle manufacturing process, while supporting the team with various improvement projects, risk assessments and daily issue management.

This is an opportunity to work on real space technology projects and contribute to missions that are literally reaching for the stars.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Assist in facilitating and optimizing Launch Vehicle system tests and production processes to meet stringent launch schedules in a high-growth manufacturing environment

• Support production improvement projects including tooling design, process development, and creation of work instructions for production technicians

• Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (P-FMEA) and support daily issue management and risk assessments for manufacturing processes

• Collaborate with Engineers, Technicians, and subject matter experts across multiple departments on Launch Vehicle integration and manufacturing optimization projects

• Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality

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