Senior Space Systems Engineer – Missions Lead

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocketlab is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer I/II to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing and maintaining technical requirements and budgets, and leading the technical development of spacecraft missions. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in aerospace engineering and an active Secret Clearance.

This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work hands-on with flight hardware, making it crucial to have a background supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry for I role.
• 8+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry for II role.
• Active Secret Clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical budgets and system requirements.
• Lead technical development of spacecraft missions.
• Assist with program and product management.

Skills

Engineering experience in aerospace

Systems engineering

MATLAB

Python

Requirement management tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's or PhD in engineering

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

STK

Job description

Rocketlab is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer I/II to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The role involves developing and maintaining technical requirements and budgets, and leading the technical development of spacecraft missions. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in aerospace engineering and an active Secret Clearance.

This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work hands-on with flight hardware, making it crucial to have a background supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs.