Supplier Quality Engineer Intern

Rocket Lab
Auckland, NZ
Posted 2 months ago
Posted 3 August 2026
full-time

About the Role

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.  

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. 

ABOUT ROCKET LAB 

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. We're opening access to space to improve life on Earth through our Electron rocket and Neutron launch vehicle programs, alongside our space systems business. From pioneering carbon composite rocket technology to delivering reliable and rapid launch services, we're pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

We're looking for a motivated intern to join our Quality Engineering team in Auckland. Your primary focus will be to reduce 70% of the Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) caused by external suppliers and raised by production, by developing work instructions for inspections according to non-conformance investigations and production requirements. 

This is an opportunity to work on real space technology projects and contribute to missions that are literally reaching for the stars. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

  • Data analysis for Non-Conformances and identifying priorities 
  • Defect type investigation and root cause analysis about the escape of the issues to production 
  • Work Instructions development as part of corrective actions, tracking NCRs trends and progress 
  • Collaborate with production teams and suppliers to address quality issues 
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas 
  • Support quality assurance activities across the organization 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR 

MUST HAVE: 

  • Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Engineering or related discipline 
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