Join our
Space Launch Team
We have an ambitious goal – to build the world’s first rapidly reusable launch vehicle.
We‘ve already built and flown a rocket-powered aircraft, the Mk-II Aurora, three times in three days. But there is still much to be done. The next stage of our journey is to fly to space, not once, but twice in a day.
We’re growing our team and are scouring the globe for exceptional engineers and technicians to join us on this epic mission.
Want in? Check out our available roles.
Rocket-powered flight with CEO, Stefan Powell.
Stefan Powell, CEO
“When we set out to change how we access space, we didn’t want an iterative step on expendable rockets—there are plenty of others doing that well. We want a genuine revolution.”
Read more of Stefan’s thoughts on our space launch programme here.
Watch as James Powell, Co-founder and Chief Spaceplane Engineer, talks to WFLS about our mission, flight tests, why we love Christchurch and much more.
You can also listen here on Spotify.
We have an exceptionally talented and capable team, who span the following functions.
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Responsible for designing and building the structural and mechanical components for the spaceplane.
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Responsible for all aircraft and ground system electronics.
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Responsible for aircraft certification and all flight testing.
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Responsible for designing, testing and refining the rocket engines including the RCS.
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Responsible for all software related to the flight systems, ground system, pilot simulation and flight data analysis.
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Responsible for ownership and management of the spaceplane and ground system development life cycle.
Meet (some of) the Space Launch Team
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Angus
Avionics Engineer & Hockey Player
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Juliet
Software Engineer & Thespian
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Eric
Electronics Engineer & Rock Climber
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Javier
Propulsion Engineer & Cyclist
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Zach
Avionics Engineer & Mountaineer
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Jenny
Propulsion Engineer & Tennis Player
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Shane
Programme Lead & Avid Explorer
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Iagho
Spaceplane Pilot & Pilot
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Aleisha
Campaign Coordinator & Learner Surfer
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Koen
Software Engineer & Snowboarder
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Max
Propulsion Intern & Paraglider
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Claire
Marketer & Hiker
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Stephan
Manufacturing Engineer & Fly Fisher
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Luke
Propulsion & Radio-Controlled Car Racer
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Tate
Airframe Engineer & Runner
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Catherine
Marketer & Mum
Open Roles
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You’ll be integral to our mission’s success by guiding the team through aircraft certification and flight tests in integrated airspace. Learn more.
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You’ll foster a culture of excellence amongst your team and take ownership of the design and build of the airframe and structural components of the aircraft. Learn more
Recommended Listening
CEO Stefan Powell talks to Anthony Colangelo from MECO about both our in-space and spaceplane programmes.
Listen on Spotify.
Living in Christchurch
At Dawn, we believe people do their life’s best work when they do what they love outside of the office.
Whether you’re into surfing or sailing, climbing up a mountain or biking down it, cheap eats or fine dining, theatre or live music, you’ll find it in Ōtautahi, Christchurch.
Our international team can often be found on ‘random Dawn outings’, exploring all that’s on offer in the Canterbury region.
