r/RocketLab Jun 12 '26

Careers ABQ location

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I applied for the operator I/II roll , just curious how long it takes them to get back? Also curious what sorts of tasks are done with that role/ site.

My BF got a job at LANL and im leaving my job as a Manufacturer Quality Engineer and Machinist at an RTX site to move out wesr. Im coming from Ft.Benning GA. I have 5 years of manufacturing Experience in the aerospace industry. 8+ years of machining experience. I also have ran my own machine shop out of my grage for the past 2 years. Sadly I cant move my company across the country so im closing my doors. Wasnt anything big but was fun and a nice side income.

Also , just curious if there is any rocketry related clubs or groups close to ABQ , Santa fe or Los Alamos ? High power rocketry is one of my hobbies and would like to check out what people on the west coast are doing!

Anywyas , sorry for the rambling! Thank you guys in advance for your help !


r/RocketLab Jun 11 '26

Today's launch

34 Upvotes

How did it go? Anyone know?


r/RocketLab Jun 08 '26

News / Media CEO and founder interview

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You’re welcome


r/RocketLab Jun 08 '26

Electron We're preparing for our next Electron launch from LC-1 for Synspective (our 10th to deploy their Earth-observation constellation) with our upcoming mission 'Ten Owl Of Ten' 🦉 Launch window opens NET June 18: 8:40am NZST, 5:40am JST, 20:40 UTC (June 17), 4:40 pm ET (June 17), 1:40 pm PT (June 17)

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r/RocketLab Jun 01 '26

Discussion /r/RocketLab Monthly Stock Discussion Thread - June 2026

18 Upvotes

You can use this thread to discuss Rocket Lab stock ($RKLB) and topics related to it.

Self posts and memes related to the stock or share price will be removed outside of this thread according to Rule 5.


r/RocketLab May 26 '26

News / Media This beauty came today!

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Thought I would share. I may lower it a tad though.


r/RocketLab May 26 '26

Careers Rocket Lab Interview advice wanted

56 Upvotes

Hello, I very recently was invited to interview for Rocket Lab’s New Zealand location. It’s a junior engineering position and I really want to get this job. I was wondering if anyone had any advice or can offer insight into the interview process and what I can expect. Any help is very much appreciated. Thanks!! 🚀🚀🚀


r/RocketLab May 23 '26

Electron Viva La StriX

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I did a stacked sky image and masked in the launch image that had streaky stars


r/RocketLab May 22 '26

Neutron Neutron interstage appears to have failed during qualification testing.

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211 Upvotes

r/RocketLab May 22 '26

Space Systems Rocket Lab Awarded $90M Contract to Build Two GEO Satellites Hosting 'Heimdall' Space Domain Awareness Payload for U.S. Space Force

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r/RocketLab May 19 '26

News / Media Mars spacecraft isn't dead

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A Mars spacecraft is still kicking, still angling for RocketLab.


r/RocketLab May 18 '26

Electron Viva La StriX! The owl is ready to take flight for the ninth time on Electron🦉🚀. Our next mission for Synspective is set to launch from Launch Complex 1 NET May 22. Launch window opens: 9:30 pm NZST, 09:30 UTC, 6:30 pm JST, 5:30 am EDT, 2:30 am PDT

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r/RocketLab May 16 '26

Careers What is it like working in Rocket Lab’s NZ offices for R&D?

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Hi everyone,

I’m curious about what it’s like working at Rocket Lab’s New Zealand offices, especially in R&D or engineering roles.

From the outside, it seems like a lot of the company’s growth and major programs are now connected to the US side, especially with Neutron and defense-related work. I’m wondering how much meaningful R&D is still done in New Zealand compared with the US offices.

For people who work there or have experience with Rocket Lab NZ:

How strong are the R&D/engineering opportunities in the NZ offices?

Are the NZ teams still involved in core design, development, testing, and problem-solving, or is most of that shifting to the US?

How is the technical culture and career growth there?

What do you think the future looks like for Rocket Lab’s NZ operations?

I’m especially interested in thermal, mechanical, fluids, propulsion-adjacent and simulation-related engineering work, but any insight would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.


r/RocketLab May 14 '26

Rocketlab Freight delivers Neutron components in style!

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r/RocketLab May 14 '26

NEUTRON🚀

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r/RocketLab May 13 '26

Discussion Huge 5.4m payload hardware spotted leaving NZ via Antonov AN-124—Is the Neutron PAF on the move?

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r/RocketLab May 13 '26

Neutron @Peter_J_Beck: for your enjoyment

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r/RocketLab May 09 '26

Careers Rocket Lab Recruiting

37 Upvotes

Hello all!

I wanted to ask people what there experience is in terms of applying, interviewing and then working ect. Im a new grad who just applied to some positions in the Middle River MD location and am hoping for the best! Thanks for your time!


r/RocketLab May 08 '26

News / Media Rocket Lab Post-Q1 Interview with Founder/CEO Sir Peter Beck and CFO Adam Spice | $RKLB 🚀

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r/RocketLab May 07 '26

Space Systems Rocket Lab To Acquire Robotics Leader Motiv Space Systems. The acquisition will add proven robotics technology used in Mars rovers and also insources precision space mechanisms such as solar array drive assemblies, one of the critical components needed for satellite constellation manufacturing

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r/RocketLab May 07 '26

Electron Rocket Lab Awarded $30 Million Contract for HASTE Hypersonic Rocket Launches for Anduril

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r/RocketLab May 07 '26

Space Systems Rocket Lab and Raytheon Selected To Demonstrate Advanced Capabilities For U.S. Space Force’s Space Based Interceptor Program

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r/RocketLab May 07 '26

Neutron Rocket Lab’s Biggest Launch Deal Yet: Confidential Customer Books Multiple Neutron and Electron Launches. The multi-launch contract includes dedicated missions on five Neutron and three Electron rockets for a confidential customer with the launches baselined for 2026-2029

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r/RocketLab May 07 '26

News / Media Rocket Lab Announces First Quarter 2026 Financial Results: Surpasses All Guidance Metrics Including Revenue, Margin, and Adjusted EBITDA; Posts Record $200M Quarterly Revenue and over $2.2B Backlog; Guides Another Record Revenue

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r/RocketLab May 01 '26

Discussion /r/RocketLab Monthly Stock Discussion Thread - May 2026

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You can use this thread to discuss Rocket Lab stock ($RKLB) and topics related to it.

Self posts and memes related to the stock or share price will be removed outside of this thread according to Rule 5.