Ground Systems Engineer II, Automation Controls

Responsibilities

• Support propulsion engineers and test operators to troubleshoot software issues across all systems at the test site
• Collaborate with IT, Ground Systems Instrumentation & Control, and software teams to deploy and commission test site software systems
• Support the certification of test pad systems by producing documentation, manuals, and test procedures
• Develop and execute test plans to validate ground software systems and engine interfaces
• Perform post-test data analysis and reporting
• Act as the point of contact for on-site software-related requests
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs for automating test operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in rocket engine test stand or launch complex design and build
• Hands-on experience with data processing systems
• Proficiency in Git and working with issue trackers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with programming languages such as C++, Python, Go, C#, or XAML
• Experience with object-oriented programming and requirements-driven software design
• Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT and IEC 61131-3 PLC languages
• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker
• Proficiency with Linux command line and TeamCity

About the Company

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more.