Lead Space Network Software Engineer (TS/SCI)

Rocket Lab Corporation; Littleton (CO); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Principal Network Software Engineer to lead software efforts for Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground communications, embedded systems for government programs, and security-focused networking. The role is based in Littleton, CO and reports to Space Systems Software leadership.

You’ll coordinate with engineers, suppliers, and contractors to plan, test, and deliver high-assurance networking capabilities for a constellation of spacecraft, while ensuring top-tier security and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar technical discipline.
• Active TS/SCI clearance
• U.S citizenship required due to program requirements
• Experience with personnel management and interfacing with external contractors
• Thorough understanding of network software and SDLC

Responsibilities

• Manage software development and integration of routers, radios, and laser communication devices on a constellation of spacecraft.
• Manage suppliers and subcontractors to successfully develop and test an integrated system.
• Interface directly with subcontractors, consultants, and internal engineering teams to develop and maintain product development plans, provide progress updates, and meet project delivery milestones.
• Design and develop simulation and test approaches for constellation networking.
• Define KPIs for contractors and internal development teams.
• Develop and maintain staffing plans with senior leadership.
• Plan major integration points and testing between teams.
• Drive best practices for collecting feedback and implementing improvements.
• Develop and maintain software development standards and procedures to ensure that all software deliverables meet customer requirements.

Skills

Network software

Software development lifecycle

Jira

Systems engineering methods

Docker

Kubernetes

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar technical discipline

Tools

Jira

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Principal Network Software Engineer to lead software efforts for Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground communications, embedded systems for government programs, and security-focused networking. The role is based in Littleton, CO and reports to Space Systems Software leadership.

You’ll coordinate with engineers, suppliers, and contractors to plan, test, and deliver high-assurance networking capabilities for a constellation of spacecraft, while ensuring top-tier security and