Senior Systems Engineer I Verified today
About Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems. Our Space Systems team has enabled over 1,700 missions for interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing, and national security, working with NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force.
The Role
We're seeking a Senior Systems Engineer I to join our systems engineering team in Long Beach, CA. You'll support our Space Systems division on cutting-edge programs for civil, commercial, and defense customers.
What You'll Own
- Develop and maintain technical budgets for vehicle performance
- Define system requirements and verification techniques
- Build 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
- Develop interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and design documents in collaboration with your team
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical discipline)
- 5+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry
- Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs
- U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements
Nice to Have
- Master's or PhD in engineering
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- Understanding of spacecraft subsystems: attitude determination and control (ADCS), electrical power systems (EPS), space-ground communications, command and data handling (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 such as JAMA or DOORS
- Experience with satellite operations
- Testing experience: electrical subsystems, thermal vacuum, random vibration, hardware-in-the-loop (HITL)
- Ability to work in dynamic environment with competing priorities
Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range (CA): $124,000-$170,500 USD. Determined case-by-case based on job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
You'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package. Benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, zero-cost HDHP with HSA company 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 (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on merchandise, and various employee discounts.
Working Conditions
This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.