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Research Development Lab Manager Jobs in Toronto, ON

SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets - we're building the future of space ... research & development * Complete data collection and analysis to quantify part level and unit ...

The technician also assists in maintaining lab equipment and ensuring the R&D workspace operates efficiently and safely. You'll thrive here if you: * Want to make a real impact on a small, empowered ...

The technician also assists in maintaining lab equipment and ensuring the R&D workspace operates efficiently and safely.You'll thrive here if you:Want to make a real impact on a small, empowered team.

Coordinate testing with an external lab and our HF US lab. * Manage the planning and execution of ... Experience with end to end R&D and packaging innovation projects * General knowledge of or interest ...

Coordinate testing with an external lab and our HF US lab. * Manage the planning and execution of ... Experience with end to end R&D and packaging innovation projects * General knowledge of or interest ...

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and ... research & development * Complete data collection and analysis to quantify part level and unit ...

Manage, mentor, and evaluate food scientists, R&D chefs, and bakery technologists. * Build a high-performance culture focused on technical excellence and innovation. * Strengthen organizational ...

Manage, mentor, and evaluate food scientists, R&D chefs, and bakery technologists. * Build a high-performance culture focused on technical excellence and innovation. * Strengthen organizational ...

Senior Research Associate

Toronto, ON · On-site

CA$18K - CA$32K/yr

The lab investigates interactions among nanomaterials, bacteria, biofilms, and plant-root systems ... Support project planning, data management, collaborative activities, and completion of project ...

The Mechanical R&D Engineer works in a fast-paced lab environment as part of a team designing ... Strong understanding of project management principles, risk assessment, and go/no-go decision ...

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Optical Engineer II

Toronto, ON • On-site

Rocket Lab Corporation
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago


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9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

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Job description

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets - we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space - our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions

OPTICAL ENGINEER II

Based out of Rocket Lab's site Sinclair Interplanetary in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, the Optical Engineer II reports to the optical lead and is responsible for supporting development and maintenance of star tracker products.

 WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

  • Undertake design, analysis and test to develop new star tracker products and maintain existing products
  • Develop, integrate and commission test setups for star tracker production, and research & development
  • Complete data collection and analysis to quantify part level and unit level performance
  • Support the quality team as needed for root cause analysis and disposition of non-conformances
  • Support the production team as needed to complete assembly, integration and test of star tracker products
  • Support the business development team in responding to customer inquiries

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or related field
  • 2+ years of experience designing, developing, or testing optical systems

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

  • 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience designing, developing, or testing optical systems
  • Master's degree in physics or aerospace engineering
  • Experience with optical design and Zemax OpticStudio
  • Familiarity with optomechanical design and sourcing/selection of optomechanical components
  • Familiarity with spacecraft system design and the space environment
  • Familiarity with lens manufacture and assembly
  • Familiarity with stray light analysis and stray light mitigation techniques
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills
  • Experience with data analysis, visualization and interpretation using Python or Matlab
  • Experience with source control technologies like GIT or SVN
  • Experience with embedded microcontroller development in C

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas. 


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