NEUTRONNeutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven execution history with the Electron program. If you're interested in joining a high performing team and pushing the boundaries of humanity with a clean sheet, reusable launch vehicle, this is your opportunity! STRUCTURAL ANALYST IIThe Structural Analyst II position is based out of Rocket Lab's EDC division in Long Beach, CA. The candidate will support high performing team of propulsion engineers with a broad range of expertise covering rocket engine combustion devices, turbomachinery, and other hardware.The Structural Analyst II will support the Neutron program and propulsion department with solutions to tough technical problems and drive the vehicle design using analytical methods.WHAT YOU'LL 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 requirementsGenerate 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 analysisProvide continued direction to the engineering team on highest value analysis and results deliverable schedule as the program evolves.YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in mechanical Engineering, aerospace engineering, orother technical discipline.2+ years of experience performing finite element analysis (FEA).Knowledge of thermal, structural, and vibration theories.Proficient in at least one of the following programming/scripting languages: Python, VBA, and/or MATLAB.THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Prior experience instrumenting hardware using strain gauges, thermocouples, and accelerometers to anchor analytical results. Prior experience analyzing rocket engine components.Experience using ANSYS Workbench and/or FEMAP\NASTRAN.Experience working in a fast-paced development project(s).ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing. Must be physically able to commute to buildingsOccasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise.
