Senior Space Network Software Engineer II — Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted employee stock purchase

EV charging stations

Onsite gym

Food and drinks

Other discounts

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Senior Network Software Engineer II for Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground communications. Candidates must hold an Active Secret clearance and US citizenship, with base pay ranging from $150,000 to $225,000 USD depending on experience.

Base salary details and benefits are outlined in our total rewards package. The role requires strong embedded software leadership and collaboration with spacecraft programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar technical discipline.
• 8+ years of relevant work industry experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of network software.
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
• Experience using Jira for software development management.
• Experience with systems engineering methods including requirements management and interface management.
• Active Secret security clearance, with eligibility to obtain TS/SCI.
• U.S citizenship required due to program requirements.
• Master's degree in aerospace, CS, or electrical engineering is a plus.

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 high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Network software

Software lifecycle

Systems engineering

Agile methodologies

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/engineering

Master's degree (nice to have)

Tools

Jira

Docker

Kubernetes

DevSecOps

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Senior Network Software Engineer II for Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground communications. Candidates must hold an Active Secret clearance and US citizenship, with base pay ranging from $150,000 to $225,000 USD depending on experience.

Base salary details and benefits are outlined in our total rewards package. The role requires strong embedded software leadership and collaboration with spacecraft programs.