Principal Space Networking Software Engineer

Rocket Lab USA; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Littleton, CO is seeking a Principal Network Software Engineer to lead software development on space-to-space and space-to-ground communications. You will manage embedded software for routers, radios, and laser devices, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to meet critical milestones. The role requires a strong background in network software, SDLC, and experience interfacing with contractors.

A TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar.
• 12+ years of relevant work industry experience.
• 3+ years of experience with project management and interfacing with external contractors.
• Thorough understanding of network software.
• Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Experience using Jira for software development management.
• Experience with systems engineering methods including systems trades, requirements management, performance characterization, and interface management.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• U.S citizenship required due to program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the 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
• Set the battle rhythm for subcontractors to provide feature drops to the overall program
• 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 are of the highest quality and meet customer requirements

Skills

Network software

Software development lifecycle

Jira

Systems engineering

DevSecOps

Cyber security

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar

Tools

Jira

Docker

Kubernetes

Smartsheet

Microsoft Project

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Littleton, CO is seeking a Principal Network Software Engineer to lead software development on space-to-space and space-to-ground communications. You will manage embedded software for routers, radios, and laser devices, coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to meet critical milestones. The role requires a strong background in network software, SDLC, and experience interfacing with contractors.

A TS/SCI clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.