Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Vehicle Integration

Rocket Lab Corporation — Auckland, NZ — stage

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Published on 3 August 2026 · first appeared in our records on 1 September 2026.

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<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>ABOUT ROCKET LAB</strong></p> <p>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.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ABOUT ROCKET LAB</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems.&nbsp;We're&nbsp;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,&nbsp;we're&nbsp;pushing the boundaries of&nbsp;what's&nbsp;possible in aerospace.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">ABOUT THE ROLE</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We're&nbsp;looking for a motivated intern to join our&nbsp;Manufacturing Engineering&nbsp;team in Auckland. In this role,&nbsp;you'll&nbsp;gain hands-on experience in&nbsp;the Launch Vehicle manufacturing process,&nbsp;while supporting&nbsp;the team with various improvement projects, risk&nbsp;assessments&nbsp;and daily issue management.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is an opportunity to work on real space technology projects and contribute to missions that are&nbsp;literally reaching&nbsp;for the stars.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHAT YOU WILL DO</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Assist&nbsp;in&nbsp;facilitating&nbsp;and&nbsp;optimizing&nbsp;Launch Vehicle system tests and production processes to meet stringent launch schedules in a high-growth manufacturing environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support production improvement projects including tooling design, process development, and creation of work instructions for production technicians</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (P-FMEA) and support daily issue management and risk assessments for manufacturing processes</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate with Engineers, Technicians, and subject matter experts across multiple departments on Launch Vehicle integration and manufacturing optimization projects</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Implement 5S and Lean Manufacturing practices on the production floor to&nbsp;maintain&nbsp;organized, efficient workspaces</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Create and interpret technical documentation including mechanical drawings, work instructions, and process documents (with supervision)</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">MUST HAVE:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Currently working towards a BS, MS, or an advanced degree in a relevant engineering program with a Mechanical background.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">You must be self-managed and committed to working in a fast-paced environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="4" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Hands-on experience through engineering project teams, lab research, or through a prio