Senior Satellite Systems Architect & Mission Lead

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 144,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer I to lead the formulation of satellite systems for new civil, national security, and commercial opportunities. You’ll manage budgets, requirements, verification, and the overall engineering process, interfacing with customers and executive leadership.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace, satellite experience, and TS/SCI clearance. Base salary plus equity, with comprehensive benefits and strong growth potential at Rocket

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline).
• 5+ years of experience in the aerospace industry.
• Experience supporting satellite and/or spacecraft development programs.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead satellite engineering formulation supporting business development and new opportunity capture.
• Develop and maintain budgets for vehicle performance, system requirements and verification techniques; simulations and data analysis.
• Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions.
• Assist with program and product management.
• Develop interface specifications, CONOPS, and other design documents in collaboration with team members.
• Work with customers and leadership to shape requirements and write the core architecture for key proposals.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer I to lead the formulation of satellite systems for new civil, national security, and commercial opportunities. You’ll manage budgets, requirements, verification, and the overall engineering process, interfacing with customers and executive leadership.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace, satellite experience, and TS/SCI clearance. Base salary plus equity, with comprehensive benefits and strong growth potential at Rocket