Senior Space Systems Engineer I/II

Rocketlab; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal employment opportunity

Accommodations for disabilities

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors. The role involves managing technical requirements, integration of optical instruments, and supporting aerospace development projects.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, and must be a U.S. citizen. Join Rocket Lab to help revolutionize the aerospace industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry.
• Demonstrable experience in systems engineering.
• U.S citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, and develop space-based optical instruments.
• Develop and maintain technical budgets and requirements.
• Support travel or off-site work as needed.

Skills

Systems engineering

Requirements management

Technical oversight

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

JAMA

Doors

Cameo

Job description

Rocket Lab in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors. The role involves managing technical requirements, integration of optical instruments, and supporting aerospace development projects.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline, and must be a U.S. citizen. Join Rocket Lab to help revolutionize the aerospace industry.