Avionics Test & Launch Engineer II — Space Launch

Rocket Lab USA; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company in Virginia is seeking an Avionics Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior to develop and test avionics and electrical systems for its Electron and Neutron launch vehicles. Candidates must have a degree in engineering and relevant experience in electrical/software engineering. This position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology within a collaborative and innovative environment, with responsibilities including overseeing avionics configuration and leading testing projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations, focusing on electrical/software engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering design, test and/or operations for Senior Engineer I role.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and test avionics and electrical systems for Electron and Neutron launch vehicles.
• Oversee the configuration and checkout of avionics systems.
• Lead and manage testing projects for avionics and electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical systems

Avionics systems

Software development

Java programming

Python programming

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronic)

Job description

A leading space technology company in Virginia is seeking an Avionics Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior to develop and test avionics and electrical systems for its Electron and Neutron launch vehicles. Candidates must have a degree in engineering and relevant experience in electrical/software engineering. This position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking technology within a collaborative and innovative environment, with responsibilities including overseeing avionics configuration and leading testing projects.