Mechanical Engineer II is open at Rocket Lab in Pasadena, CA. The posting gives a salary of $101K - $151K. Posted on Aug 21, 2026, and still on Rocket Lab’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.
About the role
supports hardware through concept development, detailed design, analysis, drawing release, procurement, assembly, integration, environmental test, qualification, and delivery. The ideal candidate is a practical, hands-on mechanical engineer with strong CAD fundamentals, sound engineering judgment, and an interest in developing reliable, manufacturable hardware for demanding spaceflight environments. WHAT YOU'LL GET…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on Rocket Lab’s careers page.
Hiring at Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab has 544 open roles right now. Most are in Engineering, Manufacturing & Trades and Supply Chain & Logistics. The median advertised salary across its roles with a published range is $147K. See all its roles
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