Senior Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical budgets for vehicle performance
• Define system requirements and verification techniques
• Perform simulations and analysis across vehicle functions
• Develop test methods and conduct data analysis
• Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions
• Assist with program and product management
• Collaborate on interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and design documents

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical discipline)
• 5+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry (Senior I)
• 8+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry (Senior II)
• Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in an engineering discipline
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Understanding of spacecraft subsystems (ADCS, EPS, communications, C&DH, thermal control)
• Knowledge of space environment, orbital mechanics, and rigid body dynamics
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, and STK
• Experience with requirement management tools like JAMA or DOORS
• Experience with satellite operations
• Experience with electrical subsystem testing, thermal vacuum, random vibration, or HITL testing

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 – all with the goal of opening access to space.