Lead Spacecraft GNC Engineer - Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Top-tier medical and dental benefits

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Principal Spacecraft GNC Engineer to lead development efforts for various spacecraft in Long Beach, CA. This role requires significant aerospace experience and an active Secret clearance.

You will be responsible for GNC and ADCS design and development, mentoring younger engineers, and preparing flight software. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including generous vacation and healthcare plans.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of aerospace experience in GNC/ADCS.
• Active Secret clearance, ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Experience interfacing with aerospace customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead GNC and ADCS development for spacecraft.
• Mentor a team on various space missions.
• Develop flight software and algorithms.

Skills

GNC/ADCS expertise

Team mentoring

Flight software development

Simulation and analysis

Education

B.S. in relevant field

MS or PhD (nice to have)

Tools

Jira

IMU

Gyroscopes

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Principal Spacecraft GNC Engineer to lead development efforts for various spacecraft in Long Beach, CA. This role requires significant aerospace experience and an active Secret clearance.

You will be responsible for GNC and ADCS design and development, mentoring younger engineers, and preparing flight software. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including generous vacation and healthcare plans.