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Rocket Lab USA is hiring for 182 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in backend engineering and engineering (Non-Software), with listed salaries up to about $273,000. Migrate Mate updates Rocket Lab USA's live openings daily. Rocket Lab USA is an aerospace and defense company that designs, manufactures, and operates rockets and spacecraft for commercial, civil, and national security customers.
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Rocket Lab USA hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 182
- Top team
- Backend Engineering
- Seniority
- Manager level or above
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Long Beach
- Salary range
- $68,000–$273,000
Listed salaries for Rocket Lab USA roles on Migrate Mate range from about $68,000 to $273,000 per year across 182 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. Some roles list hourly contract rates.
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ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
NEUTRON
Neutron 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, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of a re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!
LEAD TEST OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN – A and B SHIFT
- A Shift: Monday – Thursday, 5:00am – 3:30pm
- B Shift: Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 1:30pm
Based out of Rocket Lab's Stennis Test Center at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the Lead Test Operations Technician is responsible for leading the efforts of the test operations technician crew to build, operate and maintain various test assets onsite required for the success of the Neutron program. This will be a highly influential position with daily responsibility for setting job assignments to meet workflow demands and to drive day by day and hour by hour progress.
The Lead Technician will build, train, manage and retain a team of technicians responsible for building, maintaining and operating the test infrastructure required for the success of the Neutron program. In this role you must be an inspiring leader and set standards for the team but also be ready to work with your hands in the field.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
- Lead a team of highly qualified test operations technicians to ensure clarity and accountability of responsibilities at our Stennis test site
- Coordinate daily and weekly site activities with test ops, GSE, and the larger electrical team, including the electrical supervisor.
- Track output of the team against delivery objectives as well as manage capacity planning and schedule of the team
- Drive and encourage improvement projects and work instruction feedback that decrease touch-time, improve quality, or reduce safety risk
- Drive basic preventive maintenance across the facility
- Accountable for the team training and conformance to health and safety policies and procedures, including use of proper PPE
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED
- 6+ years of experience as an operating technician in test facilities, industrial plants, or other technical environments
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
- A&P License
- Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment working in a similar type of test facility
- Ability to read, understand, and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings.
- Knowledge of safety processes and experience with handling hazardous goods and materials
- Proven ability to align capacity to development and production forecasts
- Proven ability to manage resources to meet expected test rate increases
- Experience with applying 5S and other lean processes to streamline daily tasks
- Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP/MES) and related programs
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
WHAT TO EXPECT
We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
NEUTRON
Neutron 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, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of a re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!
LEAD TEST OPERATIONS TECHNICIAN – A and B SHIFT
- A Shift: Monday – Thursday, 5:00am – 3:30pm
- B Shift: Monday – Thursday, 3:00pm – 1:30pm
Based out of Rocket Lab's Stennis Test Center at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the Lead Test Operations Technician is responsible for leading the efforts of the test operations technician crew to build, operate and maintain various test assets onsite required for the success of the Neutron program. This will be a highly influential position with daily responsibility for setting job assignments to meet workflow demands and to drive day by day and hour by hour progress.
The Lead Technician will build, train, manage and retain a team of technicians responsible for building, maintaining and operating the test infrastructure required for the success of the Neutron program. In this role you must be an inspiring leader and set standards for the team but also be ready to work with your hands in the field.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
- Lead a team of highly qualified test operations technicians to ensure clarity and accountability of responsibilities at our Stennis test site
- Coordinate daily and weekly site activities with test ops, GSE, and the larger electrical team, including the electrical supervisor.
- Track output of the team against delivery objectives as well as manage capacity planning and schedule of the team
- Drive and encourage improvement projects and work instruction feedback that decrease touch-time, improve quality, or reduce safety risk
- Drive basic preventive maintenance across the facility
- Accountable for the team training and conformance to health and safety policies and procedures, including use of proper PPE
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED
- 6+ years of experience as an operating technician in test facilities, industrial plants, or other technical environments
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
- A&P License
- Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment working in a similar type of test facility
- Ability to read, understand, and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings.
- Knowledge of safety processes and experience with handling hazardous goods and materials
- Proven ability to align capacity to development and production forecasts
- Proven ability to manage resources to meet expected test rate increases
- Experience with applying 5S and other lean processes to streamline daily tasks
- Proficient with computers, the ability to use MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP/MES) and related programs
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
WHAT TO EXPECT
We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
Important information:
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.
Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
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Rocket Lab USA's 182 open roles are manager level or above, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are backend engineering, engineering (Non-Software), and manufacturing operations. Rocket Lab USA is an aerospace and defense company that builds launch vehicles and spacecraft, supporting missions for government and commercial customers. The company employs engineers, scientists, and technical professionals across disciplines including mechanical, electrical, software, propulsion, avionics, and systems engineering. Most Rocket Lab USA roles are based in Long Beach, with some in Littleton and Wallops Island.
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How many jobs is Rocket Lab USA hiring for right now?
Rocket Lab USA is hiring for 182 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in backend engineering and engineering (Non-Software). Roles span engineering, science, operations, legal, and project management functions, reflecting an active and broad hiring effort across the organization.
What kinds of roles does Rocket Lab USA hire for?
The most active teams are backend engineering, engineering (Non-Software), and manufacturing operations. Rocket Lab USA's open positions span mechanical, electrical, software, propulsion, avionics, and systems engineering, along with spacecraft operations, image analysis, legal counsel, and technical project management. Most postings are manager level or above, reflecting a workforce of experienced technical and professional staff.
Are Rocket Lab USA jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Rocket Lab USA's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Long Beach. Each Rocket Lab USA listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at Rocket Lab USA?
Find a role that fits your background on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing directly through to Rocket Lab USA's own careers site to submit your application. Rocket Lab USA manages its own hiring process, so all applications, interviews, and offers are handled by the company's internal recruiting team.
What do Rocket Lab USA jobs pay?
Listed salaries for Rocket Lab USA roles on Migrate Mate range from about $68,000 to $273,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at manager level or above. Some roles list hourly contract rates. Exact pay is set by Rocket Lab USA and shown on each listing.
Does Rocket Lab USA hire entry-level?
Most of Rocket Lab USA's open roles on Migrate Mate are manager level or above as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual Rocket Lab USA listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is Rocket Lab USA hiring?
Most Rocket Lab USA roles are based in Long Beach, with some in Littleton and Wallops Island, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.