Rocket Lab Careers

Rocket Lab is a global leader in space systems and launch services, dedicated to providing frequent, reliable, and cost-effective access to space for small satellites. Founded in 2006 by Peter Beck, the company has pioneered the commercial small-launch sector with its Electron rocket, which has become one of the most frequently launched orbital vehicles in the world. With over 1,000 employees across the United States, New Zealand, and Canada, Rocket Lab operates as a vertically integrated space company, designing and manufacturing launch vehicles, satellite platforms, and spacecraft components in-house.

The company's mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth, enabling applications such as Earth observation, communications, and scientific research. Beyond its workhorse Electron rocket, Rocket Lab is developing the larger Neutron launch vehicle and has expanded into space systems with its Photon satellite bus, which supported NASA's CAPSTONE mission to the Moon. As a publicly traded company on the Nasdaq, Rocket Lab holds a strong market position as a trusted partner for government and commercial customers, with recent milestones including rapid launch cadence, successful recovery missions, and growing contracts for national security and deep-space missions.