Avionics Test & Launch Engineer II — Space Vehicle Ops

Rocket Lab; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading space technology company based in Wallops Island, Virginia seeks an Avionics Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior to develop and test avionics systems for their Electron and Neutron launch vehicles. This role involves overseeing various testing projects and requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, alongside specific experience in electrical or software engineering. The ideal candidate should be able to work well under pressure and is required to be a U.S. citizen due to government regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is required.
• 2+ years of experience for Level II Engineer, 5+ years for Senior Engineer I.
• Experience in electrical/software engineering is vital.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with launch vehicles

Java programming

Python programming

Understanding of networking protocols

Education

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

Tools

Electrical systems

Job description

A leading space technology company based in Wallops Island, Virginia seeks an Avionics Test and Launch Engineer II/Senior to develop and test avionics systems for their Electron and Neutron launch vehicles. This role involves overseeing various testing projects and requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, alongside specific experience in electrical or software engineering. The ideal candidate should be able to work well under pressure and is required to be a U.S. citizen due to government regulations.