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# Vehicle Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior in Wallops Island

- **Company:** Energy Jobline
- **Location:** Accomack County, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $87,000.0 - $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Health Information Management, Human-Computer Interaction, Openstack Neutron
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.energyjobline.com/job/vehicle-test-and-launch-engineer-ii-senior-wallops-island-31347837

## About the Role

* Bachelor Degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, mechanical, electrical or mechatronic engineering)
 * 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, in the focus of mechanical or propulsion systems
 * 6+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree, * Bachelor Degree in Engineering (preferably Aerospace, mechanical, electrical or mechatronic engineering)
 * 5+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, in the focus of mechanical or propulsion systems
 * 9+ years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree, * Experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft including integration, testing, launch, or mission operations
 * Experience with integrated stage thermal/fluid systems design/test/operations, and/or experience in a propulsion test/operations environment
 * Solid understanding and experience working with fluid/ cryogenic/ pressurized/ hazardous systems
 * Good understanding/experience of real-time hazardous operations

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.

## Description

The Test and Launch Operations team at Rocket Lab is responsible for testing, launch, and mission operations of Electron and Neutron launch vehicle. Starting with stack testing through pre-launch processing, launch operations, and on-orbit operations. Integrated Operations is also responsible for configuration, checkout, and operation of related facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.

The Test and Launch Engineer will have a detailed understanding of disciplines related to testing and operations. The Engineer will have or develop skills in multiple operational roles, including roles where they will direct, mentor, and train other operators. In addition, the Engineer II will take a leadership/ownership role in testing and operations projects and process or tool development efforts.

(Please note - this role can be hired on at a Engineer II or Senior Engineer level)

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

 * Develop, integrate, and test mechanical systems relating to the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles
 * Oversee the configuration and checkout of launch vehicle systems
 * Lead and manage testing projects for launch vehicle systems, including static testing and integrated stage hot fire testing
 * Mentor and train other operators within the Integrated Operations team on launch vehicle mechanical and propulsion systems
 * Develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) related to vehicle stage and engine hardware
 * Perform real-time troubleshooting to resolve test/operations issues
 * Author, review and carry out operations procedures


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