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      Rocket Lab

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      Rocket Lab reviews

      3.6

      68% would recommend to a friend

      (262 total reviews)
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      Peter Beck

      95% approve of CEO

      74% positive business outlook

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Rocket Lab has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 262 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Rocket Lab employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Aerospace & Defense industry (3.6 stars).

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      262 reviews
      3.0
      Feb 10, 2026

      Typical Aerospace Firm

      Flight software engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Smart, ambitious coworkers Interesting technical work

      Cons

      Management stripping benefits (overtime pay, time flexing within a time period) corresponding to stock price increase knowing the employees are golden-handcuffed

      5.0
      Jan 21, 2026

      An inspiring place to grow your career

      Technician
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Working at Rocket Lab had been an incredibly energising experience, with constant opportunities to learn, contribute, and be part of genuinely meaningful space‑technology projects. The team culture is collaborative, supportive, and filled with passionate people. Leadership communicates clearly, celebrates wins, and encourages innovation across all levels. The work environment is modern, well‑equipped, and designed to help you do your best work every day.

      Cons

      The pace can be intense at times, especially around major launch milestones, and priorities can shift quickly. However, this is expected in a high‑growth aerospace environment and is manageable with good planning and communication.

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