Does Rocket Lab pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Rocket Lab employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Rocket Lab. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Rocket Lab?

68% of Rocket Lab employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Rocket Lab 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Rocket Lab?

Engineer (28) , Technician (16) , Software Engineer (14) , Intern (7) , Senior Engineer (5) , Engineering (4) , Manager (4) , Manufacturing Engineer (4) , Talent Acquisition Partner (4) , Aerospace Technician (3) , Senior Talent Acquisition Partner (3) , Anyonymous Employee (2) , Avionics Technician (2) , Design Engineer (2) , Flight Software Engineer (2)

What are the pros of working at Rocket Lab according to real employee reviews?

"Rocket Lab is chocker full of great people who specialise in what they do and every team member is appreciated for their contribution." ((in 39 reviews)); "A great team doing exciting things." ((in 21 reviews)); "great culture" ((in 15 reviews)); "Awesome coworkers and culture of innovation" ((in 9 reviews)); "Endless opportunities to advance your career and sharpen your skills." ((in 9 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Rocket Lab according to real employee reviews?

"it wasn't that the hours were long." ((in 18 reviews)); "Low pay relative to other companies" ((in 14 reviews)); "personally wasn't in a team, and manager hardly was aware of my existance." ((in 11 reviews)); "A very negative and draining environment with no work/life balance." ((in 10 reviews)); "Salaries are extremely inconsistent." ((in 7 reviews))

What are employees saying about Rocket Lab layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Rocket Lab layoffs and their outlook for job security at Rocket Lab in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Rocket Lab locations?

Long Beach , Albuquerque , Littleton , Middle River , Tucson , Huntington Beach , Denver , Silver Spring

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Rocket Lab reviews

3.5

68% would recommend to a friend

(44 total reviews)

Peter Beck

95% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.7

Career opportunities

3.6

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Culture & values

3.3

Senior management

3.2

Compensation and benefits

3.1

Work/Life balance

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Reviews by job title

44 reviews

Reviews about "Culture"

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2.0

Jun 4, 2025

Can’t compete for talent in IT

Senior business analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Overall company culture is positive

Cons

Physical facilities ant SolAero are in a terrible location and the IT department is in the worst part of the building, is treating accordingly.

5.0

Feb 12, 2025

Software Enginnering at Rocketlab

Software engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Diverse Responsibilities and Continuous Learning: At Rocket Lab, every day brings a new challenge and opportunity. The array of responsibilities allows me to tap into many different technologies, which has significantly expedited my learning curve and skillset. Cutting-Edge Technology: It's exhilarating to work on projects that are at the forefront of space technology. The sense of contributing to groundbreaking advancements in aerospace is incredibly fulfilling. Collaborative Environment: The team spirit at Rocket Lab is truly commendable. The culture here fosters collaboration and open communication, making it easy to seek advice and mentorship from more experienced colleagues.

Cons

High Expectations: The bar is set very high for performance, which can be stressful for some. It requires a continuous push to meet and exceed expectations. Resource Constraints: At times, certain projects may feel under-resourced, which can add pressure and lead to tight deadlines.

1.0

Feb 10, 2025

Lacking leadership. Rushing all the time. No empathy for those affected by the fires in LA.

Technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

People can be nice but that does not pay the bills.

Cons

Lacking leadership. No organization. Their core values are just words. Pay is below other competitors.

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