Avionics Test Engineer II Verified today
About the role
Based in Long Beach, CA, you'll design, test, and integrate the electrical systems and electronics that form the backbone of Rocket Lab's Space Systems missions. You'll support the Space Systems organization with deliverables for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.
What you'll do
- Develop test plans and programs for space flight hardware and systems development
- Manage and conduct Acceptance, Qualification, and Proto-Flight test programs
- Develop automated test hardware and test platforms
- Support design and development of space flight hardware to improve testability and manufacturability
- Analyze COTS component test levels against mission environmental requirements
- Contribute to engineering and business processes to support Rocket Lab growth
- Contribute to engineering best practice areas including test and design for manufacture
What you'll bring
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
- 2+ years of experience with electronics test engineering, spacecraft systems engineering, or hardware development
- Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems, and instrumentation
- US citizenship required due to program requirements
Nice to have
- Master's or PhD in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical discipline)
- Understanding of satellite subsystems and vehicle integration
- Programming experience in Python
- Experience designing hardware from concept through production
- Experience in environmental design testing: vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC
- Experience in hardware or spacecraft production environment
Compensation
Base salary: $83,200 to $114,400 USD. Total compensation (base and equity): $93,275 to $132,015 USD. Equity grant value depends on function, level, experience, and other factors; realized value depends on vesting and stock performance.
Benefits
Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, medical plans (HMO, PPO, zero-cost HDHP with HSA contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with company match, subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers, discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on merchandise, and additional employee discounts.
Working conditions
May require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.
Requirements
ITAR compliance: You must be a US citizen, lawful US permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum, or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the US Department of State or Commerce.