Ground Systems Engineering Intern

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.

• Design, draft, and analyse launch range electrical systems and facilities, including:
• Power systems: generators, UPS, switchgear, distribution, and monitoring
• Lightning protection and site grounding
• Lighting
• Data and IT systems: cabling, wiring, routing, rack layout
• Control systems design
• Cable sizing, harness design, load calculation, routing, and protection
• Component selection – cabling, connectors, motors, drives, circuit protection devices, instrumentation
• Circuit design (power and control)
• Panel design and layout
• Design for high vibration, harsh, and explosive atmosphere environments
• Launch vehicle umbilicals and interfaces
• Develop electrical designs and schematics
• Perform system sizing and analysis by hand calculation and numerical methods
• Conduct system design trade-off studies
• Substantiate designs with documented research and analysis
• Develop and maintain BOMs
• Ensure design standards and methodologies are followed

• Support the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems and components
• Prepare designs and take ownership of pad systems
• Help maintain documentation including drawings, reports, and project records
• Gain exposure to project management tasks such as scheduling, budgeting, and reporting
• Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas
• Willingness to get your hands dirty during project build phases

• Follow health and safety policies and standard operating procedures
• Wear correct PPE in designated areas
• Report near-misses and incidents promptly

• Currently working towards a BE, ME, or advanced degree in a relevant engineering program with an Electrical background
• Knowledge of low and high voltage AC & DC systems
• Hands-on experience with electrical equipment, data acquisition, control, and automation systems
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven environment
• Proven communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
• A positive, "how can I help?" attitude – no task is beneath you
• Passion for aerospace, space technology, and innovation

• Experience with design, commissioning, operation and maintenance of power supply and distribution systems, including generators and UPSs, to national and/or international codes and standards
• Exposure to instrumentation and control systems design
• Experience with panel design, layout, or wiring
• Previous internship or project experience in electrical engineering or aerospace
• Hands-on fabrication, prototyping, or test equipment experience