We have successfully passed System Requirements Review for the Space Development Agency's Tracking Layer Tranche 3 constellation. This milestone advances the program that will see Rocket Lab deliver satellites equipped with advanced missile warning, tracking, and defense capabilities to U.S. and allied national security. Read more: https://bit.ly/4dMIWbx
Rocket Lab
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
Long Beach, California 350,238 followers
We open access to space to improve life on Earth.
About us
Rocket Lab builds, launches, and operates rockets and spacecraft for our global customers. Our Electron launch vehicle is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket, our HASTE rocket is progressing America’s hypersonic capabilities on suborbital missions, and our larger Neutron rocket is currently in development. From across the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, Rocket Lab designs and manufactures individual spacecraft components to entire satellites constellations for missions to Earth orbit, the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
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https://rocketlabcorp.com
External link for Rocket Lab
- Industry
- Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Long Beach, California
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- Aerospace, Satellites, Rockets, Manufacturing, and Satellite components
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We have officially acquired Motiv Space Systems, Inc. Motiv – now Rocket Lab Robotics – brings mission-tested Mars heritage with advanced multi-degree of freedom robotic arms, actuators, and drive electronics that have enabled some of the most ambitious planetary exploration missions in history, including NASA's Mars Perseverance rover. We're now one of few companies in the world capable of delivering end-to-end Mars mission solutions including launch, spacecraft, software, and proven robotics for surface and on-orbit operations. This unique capability positions us to lead programs like Mars Sample Return mission and the Mars Telecommunications Network. Read the full details: https://lnkd.in/eQJc2RV2
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Nine years ago today, we launched Electron for the first time. Later this year, Electron is expected to reach 100 launches, likely making it the fastest privately developed orbital rocket to hit that milestone. From “It’s a test” to one of the world’s highest cadence launch vehicles in under a decade. Here's a little walk down memory lane from that first historic launch.
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Constellation deployment made simple with Electron: frequent launches, proven reliability, and precision on orbit 🛰️✨ Mission success once again for Synspective Inc. on Electron's 88th launch. Nine missions complete and 18 more to go to finish Synspective's SAR constellation by 2030.
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Rocket Lab has been awarded a $90 million contract by the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command to design, manufacture, integrate, and operate two geostationary satellites hosting the Heimdall space domain awareness payload produced by Rocket Lab Optical Systems. Rocket Lab components have long played an essential role in many GEO programs, but this is our first satellite production program for geostationary orbit. The two satellites will be built on our Lightning bus, adapted for the thermal, radiation, propulsion, and station-keeping demands of GEO. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dkK_7akS
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Viva La StriX! The owl is ready to take flight for the ninth time on Electron🦉🚀. Our next mission for Synspective Inc. is set to launch from Launch Complex 1 NET May 22. Launch window opens: 🚀 9:30 pm NZST 🚀 09:30 UTC 🚀 6:30 pm JST 🚀 5:30 am EDT 🚀 2:30 am PDT
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RKLB shareholders: WE NEED YOUR VOTE! Vote your shares before May 20, 2026. https://lnkd.in/eXkA5PSN
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The 1,000th Rutherford engine has rolled off the production line 🎉 The world's first 3D printed, battery-powered rocket engine is now one of the most manufactured rocket engines on Earth. Congratulations to the production and development teams behind Rutherford. You make the most complex engineering and manufacturing feats look easy.
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It was an honor to host the Chief of Space Operations General Chance Saltzman United States Space Force at Rocket Lab recently. From responsive launch to advanced spacecraft, we’re proud to play a central role in securing the ultimate high ground for the USSF.
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It’s time to vote ahead of this year’s Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on May 20, 2026. Shareholders of record can vote now for or against a number of proposals by the Rocket Lab Board of Directors. We encourage all shareholders to vote with the Rocket Lab Board’s recommendations on all matters. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eXkA5PSN
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