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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 1d

Each iQPS mission – and the ones to come - include our own Motorized Lightband separation system to deploy the latest QPS-SAR to space – further proof of how our vertical integration across launch and space systems streamlines our customers’ mission.

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 1d

We’ve signed another Electron multi-launch agreement: three dedicated missions for Japan-based Institute for Q-shu Pioneers of Space, Inc. (@iQPS_Inc)!

This latest bulk buy brings the total number of upcoming missions for iQPS to seven.

More info: bit.ly/4o7a2hd

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 2d

We’re gearing up for our 73rd launch with the “Owl New World” mission for @synspective 🦉🚀

Launching from Pad A at Launch Complex 1, this next mission will be the first of 21 upcoming launches to deploy Synspective’s Earth-imaging constellation.

ℹ️: rocketlabcorp.com/missions/next-mission/

Owl New World | Rocket Lab

"Owl New World" will be Rocket Lab's next dedicated Electron launch for Synspective, a leading Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite data and analytics company from Japan.

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 6d

Rocket Lab knows Mars. The Mars Telecommunications Orbiter is where our heritage meets the future of Mars comms.

Our MTO is designed for speed AND value:
✅ Supporting Humans on Mars.
✅ Faster sample return.
✅ A firm-fixed framework.
✅ More exploration.

Learn more: bit.ly/41NH6lV

Mars Orbiter | Rocket Lab

The Mars Sample Return mission represents one of the most ambitious and scientifically valuable endeavors in NASA’s history. For the mission to be successful, NASA requires innovative and reliable ind...

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 9d

We've secured a second multi-launch contract with Synspective – bringing the total number of upcoming missions with them to 21, the largest order of dedicated Electron missions with a single customer to date.

Learn more: bit.ly/46LT94K

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 12d

⚡ Meet Lightning ⚡Our high-power, long-life spacecraft platform built for LEO & beyond.

Now in production at scale in Long Beach:
🔹 17 🛰️ for Globalstar’s next-gen constellation
🔹 18 🛰️ for SDA’s T2TL-Beta constellation

When the mission calls for endurance, Lightning strikes.
🔗 bit.ly/3YlOEdK

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 13d

Imagine astronauts calling home from Mars or scientists sharing discoveries in real time. 🌎➡️🔴

That future begins by implementing a modern Mars Telecommunications Orbiter, the communications infrastructure Rocket Lab is ready to build. 🔗https://bit.ly/41NH6lV

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 16d

⏱️150,000 hours 🛣️2,574 miles 🚚38 hours
That’s what it took to design, build, test & deliver our two ESCAPADE spacecraft from Long Beach to Kennedy Space Center. Next stop: 🛰️🔴🛰️ Mars to study its magnetosphere & unlock clues for future explorers. bit.ly/4mshUbK

ESCAPADE: Journey to Mars

The journey is just beginning! Rocket Lab's twin spacecraft for NASA and UC Berkeley's ESCAPADE mission have arrived at Kennedy Space Flight Center in preparation for their launch to Mars.

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 19d

We're hiring across our engineering & manufacturing teams:

⚙️ Manufacturing Engineer - Machining
🎓 Manufacturing Engineering Interns
🚀 Vehicle Integration Engineer
👥 Quality Inspector
🔧 CNC Machinist

Check out our open roles: bit.ly/42GHAuf

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 20d

🌌🛰️ Our two ESCAPADE spacecraft will soon be added to the list of spacecraft and satellite components we design, build & deliver that push the frontiers of space exploration & science.

From Earth orbit to Mars — this is what end-to-end looks like. 🔗https://bit.ly/4fULfd9

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 26d

From cleanroom to countdown.

🛰️Blue & Gold 🛰️are finishing up testing in our Long Beach, CA clean room before shipment back to Florida for launch to Mars.

Every hardware and system check brings NASA & UC Berkeley's ESCAPADE mission one step closer to unlocking Red Planet science. 🔴

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 27d

Want to join the team launching from Virginia? We've got open roles at LC-3:

💡 Launch Pad Electrician
🔧 Integration & Test Technician
🚀 Senior Vehicle Integration Engineer

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 27d

To Mars from MARS? With Launch Complex 3 open and Neutron on its way, the future of launch from Virginia is all about assured access to space for the most important future missions.

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · 28d

Talk first. Land later.

Rocket Lab’s Mars Telecommunications Orbiter will deliver persistent, high-bandwidth comms between Mars and Earth—keeping future astronauts safe, connected & mission-ready.

This is just a glimpse of what’s coming. 🔗 bit.ly/41NH6lV

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 28

🚀 Launch Complex 3 is here! We’re ready to cut the ribbon on Neutron's new world-class test, launch, and landing facility on Wallops Island, Virginia.

Join us for the live broadcast of our opening reception around 10 a.m. EST: rocketlabcorp.com/live-stream/

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 23

MISSION SUCCESS for Electron’s 70th launch and latest lift-off from LC-1!

❤️ Lived.
😄 Laughed.
🚀 Launched.
✅ Payload deployed.

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 23

It’s launch day for our next Electron mission from LC-1 🚀

Launch window for Electron’s 70th mission opens:

⏰ 10:30 a.m. NZT
⏰ 22:30 UTC
⏰ 6:30 p.m. EDT
⏰ 3:30 p.m. PDT

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 22

We’re strengthening America’s semiconductor industrial base & expanding production of our space-grade solar cells with support from the @commercegov.bsky.social & CHIPS Act - helping to secure the domestic supply chain of this critical tech for aerospace and defense. Learn more: bit.ly/3HN4V6k

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 22

✅ Wet Dress Rehearsal is complete and we are GO for F70, Electron’s next launch from Launch Complex 1 – our 70th mission overall.

The ‘Live, Laugh, Launch’ window opens tomorrow:

⏰ Aug 24, 10:30 a.m. NZT
⏰ Aug 23, 22:30 UTC
⏰ Aug 23, 6:30 p.m. EDT
⏰ Aug 23, 3:30 p.m. PDT

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 18

Launch alert! It’s time for Electron’s 70th mission, ‘Live, Laugh, Launch’ ✌️🌴🐚

Scheduled to lift off from LC-1 no earlier than:

⏰ August 24, 10:30 a.m. NZT
⏰ August 23, 22:30 UTC
⏰ August 23, 6:30 p.m. EDT
⏰ August 23, 3:30 p.m. PDT

Find out more: rocketlabcorp.com/missions/next-mission

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 12

It’s official, we’ve acquired Geost! Adding space-based missile defense, space protection & space domain awareness sensors to our extensive portfolio of capabilities, securing the technology needed for next-generation defense initiatives & U.S. national security missions - bit.ly/3UmNjRF

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 11

From the factory floor to deep space. 🛰️🚀

At Rocket Lab Space Systems, we design, build & operate the hardware that powers missions to LEO, the Moon, Mars & beyond.

Engineers, techs, operators—your seat’s waiting 👉 rocketlabcorp.com/careers

Join Our Team & Build Spacecraft That Make History

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 7

🚨 We’ve cleared the spacecraft integration milestone for the US Space Force and Defense Innovation Unit's VICTUS HAZE mission!

We’re providing the ONLY end-to-end solution:
✅ Spacecraft design, build & integration
✅ Flight & ground software
✅ Launch & Licensing
✅ On-orbit ops

🔗: bit.ly/3J7yhN6

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 5

MISSION SUCCESS and payload deployment confirmed for QPS-SAR-12 on Electron’s 69th launch.

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Rocket Lab @rocketlabcorp.com · Aug 5

Less than an hour to launch for Electron's 69th mission!
✅LOX load underway
✅ Weather is GO
✅QPS-SAR-12 is ready for space

Lift-off is scheduled at:
⏰UTC | 03:50
⏰NZT | 3:50 p.m.
⏰EST | 11:50 p.m.
⏰PST | 8:50 p.m.

Launch livestream begins approx. T-20 minutes. rocketlabcorp.com/live-stream/

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