{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/7496191003","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":false}],"internal_job_id":5665487003,"location":{"name":"Long Beach, CA"},"metadata":[{"id":4018992003,"name":"Employment Type","value":"Regular","value_type":"single_select"},{"id":36021371003,"name":"Job Discipline","value":["Engineering - Mechanical, Structural, Thermal","Program \u0026 Mission Management"],"value_type":"multi_select"}],"id":7496191003,"updated_at":"2026-09-02T13:25:36-04:00","requisition_id":"JR103186","title":"Mission Manager -  Neutron","company_name":"Rocket Lab Corporation","first_published":"2025-10-14T15:34:48-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;ABOUT ROCKET LAB\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;MISSION MANAGER- NEUTRON\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California, Mission Managers work directly with customers from signing of contract through payload integration to launch at either our Auckland, New Zealand or Wallops, Virginia launch site. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with both commercial and government customers as well as frequent domestic and international travel. Prior mission management or mission integration experience required. Preferably in support of CubeSat, SmallSat, or small space payloads.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;WHAT YOU\u0026#39;LL GET TO DO:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Management of multiple Rocket Lab customer missions, including technical, programmatic, and financial milestones.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Oversees hands-on payload integration activities, including fit checks, dispenser and launch vehicle integration.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assists business development with proposal input, lead generation, and technical sales engineering reviews.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Responsible for development and verification of Launch Vehicle to Spacecraft Interface Control Documentation (ICD).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to create and execute assembly integration instructions.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;In constant contact with customers to answer questions with technical staff as required.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Represent the company at public events, including conferences, industry forums, outreach and recruiting events.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Helps lead Mission Integrators in expanding their mission management skillset.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;YOU\u0026#39;LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor\u0026#39;s degree in an engineering or technical discipline – Mechanical, Electrical or Aerospace degree preferred.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;5+ years of mission management experience and/or an engineering background (stress, fatigue, payloads, vibration, thermal or similar).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Hardware integration or project management experience on either launch vehicles or spacecraft projects.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to travel to launch pads, customer sites, and overseas\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li style=\u0026quot;font-family: Calibri; font-size: 11pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Previous NSSL OR NLS\u0026amp;nbsp; Experience\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience with CubeSats, SmallSats, or other small space payloads.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;ITAR - Previous experience with ITAR \u0026amp;amp; establishment of TAA\u0026#39;s.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Previous Mission Management or Mission Integration experience.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience working with complex mechanical systems with your own hands.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to perform electrical and mechanical testing.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Previous space sector sales engineering experience including management of customer expectations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Active DoD Secret clearance preferred, but not required.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Solid interpersonal and organizational skills, able to assist with closure of sales / customer capture.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Ability to understand technical constraints relative to payload launch including results from mission specific analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Solid presentation and technical writing skills.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-teams=\u0026quot;true\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-pay-transparency\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;description\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Anticipated annual equity grant value is designed around function, level, experience, and other factors; realized value depends on vesting and stock-price performance.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Join one of the world\u0026#39;s fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay,\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;you\u0026#39;ll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;, giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Total Compensation (base and equity)\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$166,275\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$184,595 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-input\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;title\u0026quot;\u0026gt;Base Salary\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;pay-range\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$116,800\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span class=\u0026quot;divider\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;mdash;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span\u0026gt;$160,600 USD\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-contrast=\u0026quot;auto\u0026quot;\u0026gt;WHAT TO EXPECT\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-ccp-props=\u0026quot;{\u0026amp;quot;134233117\u0026amp;quot;:false,\u0026amp;quot;134233118\u0026amp;quot;:false,\u0026amp;quot;201341983\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335551550\u0026amp;quot;:1,\u0026amp;quot;335551620\u0026amp;quot;:1,\u0026amp;quot;335559685\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335559737\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335559738\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335559739\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335559740\u0026amp;quot;:240}\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-contrast=\u0026quot;auto\u0026quot;\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp; \u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span data-ccp-props=\u0026quot;{\u0026amp;quot;201341983\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335559739\u0026amp;quot;:0,\u0026amp;quot;335559740\u0026amp;quot;:240}\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Important information:\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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 \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://urldefense.us/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.pmddtc.state.gov_-3Fid-3Dddtc-5Fkb-5Farticle-5Fpage-26sys-5Fid-3D24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987\u0026amp;amp;d=DwMFog\u0026amp;amp;c=N_fLK0KxmM34zjMadXHMx_SQYmXWO3FX0MRVr1hBcn4\u0026amp;amp;r=prjnch9sxomG2ahCicblmM3m-FuPObepspoR1qvWq2I\u0026amp;amp;m=ExC44mBPk2emo4Fr0xPSGZN0UraQ1ZtkDTxwR7iWw5rixcFQb-Wjlv7lJcecLldz\u0026amp;amp;s=0lfm4LyRtFwK220WHBK11DGHWSVvVhQEcfa5G_2Nf18\u0026amp;amp;e=\u0026quot;\u0026gt;here\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;mailto:g.biow@rocketlabusa.com\u0026quot;\u0026gt;g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.\u0026amp;nbsp; 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\u0026#39; International Traffic in Arms Regulations.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp; For more information on these Regulations, click here \u0026lt;a class=\u0026quot;fui-Link ___m14voj0 f3rmtva f1ern45e f1deefiw f1n71otn f1q5o8ev f1h8hb77 f1vxd6vx f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f9n3di6 f1ids18y fygtlnl f1deo86v f12x56k7 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f50u1b5 fs3pq8b f1hghxdh f1tymzes f1x7u7e9 f1cmlufx f10aw75t fsle3fq\u0026quot; href=\u0026quot;https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/01/23/2020-00574/international-traffic-in-arms-regulations-us-munitions-list-categories-i-ii-and-iii\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;ITAR Regulations.\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4058641003,"name":"3550 Mission Management","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4002046003,"name":"RL Headquarters","location":"Long Beach, California, United States","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}