Senior Space Systems Integration & Test Engineer

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior Integration & Test Engineer I to lead and own integration and test campaigns for spacecraft systems. You will define requirements, verification plans, and develop test strategies across environmental, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.

The role requires a bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years hands-on experience in aerospace testing, plus strong C/C++, Python, or MATLAB skills. Eligible for ITAR and security clearance; contact for more info.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree
• 5+ years of experience in a test engineering or other hands-on engineering role
• Experience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testing
• Proficiency with C, C++, Python, or MATLAB; and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office products
• Experience in writing technical documentation, such as procedures, reports, and requirements
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Responsibilities

• Lead and own integration and test campaigns at various levels of spacecraft development
• Work collaboratively with team members to define systems requirements, as well as verification and validation plans
• Develop acceptance, qualification, and R&D test plans for spacecraft systems
• Develop, maintain, and operate environmental test systems (Vibe, TVAC, Thermal, EMI, etc.)
• Develop and maintain mechanical and electrical ground support equipment and facilities
• Interface with ground test software and implement flight software configuration changes
• Lead investigations into anomalous vehicle behavior
• Interface with hardware-in-the-loop test systems

Skills

C

C++

Python

MATLAB

Windows 10

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics/mechatronics/aerospace engineering

Tools

Environmental test equipment

3D CAD NX

RF testing

Job description

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Senior Integration & Test Engineer I to lead and own integration and test campaigns for spacecraft systems. You will define requirements, verification plans, and develop test strategies across environmental, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.

The role requires a bachelor's in engineering and 5+ years hands-on experience in aerospace testing, plus strong C/C++, Python, or MATLAB skills. Eligible for ITAR and security clearance; contact for more info.