Senior Space Systems Engineer I

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top tier medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Onsite gym

Discounted employee stock purchase

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Senior Systems Engineer I for its Space Systems division, supporting civil, commercial, and defense customers. This role develops budgets, defines requirements, runs tests, and collaborates with flight hardware teams to drive mission success.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s in engineering and 5+ years in aerospace, with active Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI. The position offers strong compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain: technical budgets for vehicle performance.
• System requirements and verification techniques.
• Simulations and analysis across vehicle functions.
• Test methods and data analysis.
• Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions.
• Assist with program and product management.
• Develop interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and other design documents.

Skills

Engineering experience

Security clearance

System budgets

Requirements definition

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

STK

JAMA/DOORS

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Senior Systems Engineer I for its Space Systems division, supporting civil, commercial, and defense customers. This role develops budgets, defines requirements, runs tests, and collaborates with flight hardware teams to drive mission success.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s in engineering and 5+ years in aerospace, with active Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI. The position offers strong compensation and comprehensive benefits.