Electrical Ground Systems Engineer I - Aerospace Test

Rocket Lab Corporation; Mississippi; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer I, Electrical based at our Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. You will design, build, and activate critical electrical ground systems to support the Archimedes engine and Neutron launch vehicle, progressing from concept through full test readiness.

Responsibilities include designing infrastructure, procuring equipment, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring safe, reliable operation across multiple Rocket Lab sites.

Qualifications

• Design, build and operate electrical systems at aerospace test or launch facilities.
• Experience delivering functional ground systems for tests and checkout.
• Ability to work independently in design, build and activation of test facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design critical test infrastructure including process diagrams and electrical layouts.
• Specify and procure electrical and computer systems equipment including data acquisition, PLC, and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and facilities groups to design, purchase, and fabricate key subsystems.
• Collaborate with Rocket Lab test and launch sites to ensure safety and seamless operation of electrical ground systems.
• Work onsite at the test facility for build-out and activation, including test procedures and data interpretation.
• Collaborate with engine and vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key hardware.

Skills

Electrical system design

Data acquisition

PLC

Instrumentation

Education

Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Ground Systems Engineer I, Electrical based at our Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. You will design, build, and activate critical electrical ground systems to support the Archimedes engine and Neutron launch vehicle, progressing from concept through full test readiness.

Responsibilities include designing infrastructure, procuring equipment, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring safe, reliable operation across multiple Rocket Lab sites.