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Rocket Lab Corporation

Avionics Test and Launch Engineer II

Wallops Island, VAFrom $155kmidAdded today

About this role

Rocket Lab seeks an experienced Avionics Test and Launch Engineer II to develop, integrate, and test electrical and avionics systems for Electron and Neutron launch vehicles at Wallops Island. This role involves overseeing system checkout, leading testing projects, mentoring team members, and authoring operational procedures for ground and vehicle hardware.

What you'll do

  • Develop, integrate, and test avionics and electrical systems for Electron and Neutron launch vehicles
  • Oversee configuration and checkout of avionics systems
  • Lead and manage testing projects for avionics and electrical systems
  • Mentor and train Integrated Operations team members on avionics and electrical systems
  • Develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) for electrical hardware
  • Author, review, and execute operations procedures

What they're looking for

  • Avionics systems testing and integration
  • Electrical systems design and troubleshooting
  • Launch vehicle operations and mission operations
  • Python, Java, or object-oriented programming
  • HTML and XML web-based tools
  • TCP/IP, UDP, multicast protocols, and network routing
  • Spacecraft and launch vehicle integration knowledge
  • Technical documentation and procedure authoring

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
  • Paid parental leave
  • Company stock eligibility and Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Discounts and workplace perks
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Rocket Lab Corporation

Rocket Lab builds spacecraft and satellites that it launches on its own rockets, developing the avionics, flight software, and ground systems needed to operate these vehicles in orbit. The company is hiring software engineers, test automation specialists, and spacecraft operations engineers to develop embedded flight software, design testing systems, and manage satellite fleet health across commercial and government missions.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience developing and testing avionics or electrical systems on launch vehicles or spacecraft.
  • Walk us through a complex integration and testing project you led—what were the challenges and how did you overcome them?
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