Lead Supplier Quality Engineer
Rocket Lab
Job Description
Overview
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more to open access space. Our Electron rocket and Space Systems portfolio support missions in scientific exploration, Earth observation, climate, national security, and technology demonstrations.
Role
LEAD SUPPLIER QUALITY ENGINEER – Based out of Rocket Lab's Auckland, New Zealand facility. You will lead a team of Supplier Quality Engineers, ensure that quality requirements for procured parts and processes are consistently met, and act as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and suppliers. Your leadership, communication, and negotiation skills will drive robust quality processes, cost reduction, and process efficiency while balancing internal and external priorities. The role includes overseeing non-conformance reports, supplier audits, supplier concessions, and identifying oppor...