Rocket Lab Corporation
Systems Engineer I
About this role
Rocket Lab seeks a Systems Engineer I to support spacecraft and subsystems development for civil, commercial, and defense space missions. You'll own technical budgets, requirements, testing, and hands-on hardware development for cutting-edge space programs based in Long Beach, CA.
What you'll do
- Develop and maintain technical budgets, system requirements, and verification techniques for vehicle performance
- Create simulations, analysis, and test methods across spacecraft functions with data analysis support
- Lead technical development and drive spacecraft mission programs from concept through execution
- Develop interface specifications, CONOPS documents, and design documentation collaboratively
- Support program and product management activities across space systems projects
- Execute testing of electrical subsystems, thermal vacuum, vibration, and hardware-in-the-loop validation
What they're looking for
- Systems engineering and requirements management
- Aerospace or spacecraft development experience
- MATLAB, Python, and STK tools
- Spacecraft subsystems knowledge (ADCS, EPS, C&DH, thermal, communications)
- Orbital mechanics and rigid body dynamics
- Requirements management tools (JAMA, DOORS)
- Hardware testing and verification methodologies
- Technical documentation and design analysis
Benefits
- Equity ownership stake in growing space company
- Competitive base pay with equity grants
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
- Top-tier medical plans including zero-cost HDHP with HSA contribution
- Dental and vision coverage
- Paid vacation, sick time, and 11 paid holidays
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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.
View all jobs at Rocket Lab CorporationLikely interview questions
- Walk us through your experience developing or supporting a satellite or spacecraft program from requirements through testing and launch.
- Describe your hands-on experience with spacecraft subsystems—which have you worked with most closely and what was your role?