Senior Space Systems Network Software Engineer

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program (15%”%

Stock-based compensation

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Discounts and perks

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA, seeks a Senior Network Software Engineer I with a Secret clearance to lead software for space-ground and space-to-space comms. The role covers embedded software for RF/spacecraft, with duties spanning development, testing, and systems integration across teams and contractors.

Expect a competitive base salary, equity, comprehensive benefits, and ITAR compliance. Base: $130,000–$198,000; total comp: $152,000–$233,000; US citizen required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar.
• 5+ 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 systems trades, requirements management, performance characterization, and interface management.
• Active Secret security clearance, with eligibility to obtain TS/SCI.
• U.S citizenship required due to program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage 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 with subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to develop and maintain product development plans and 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 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 to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of network软件

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering or similar technical discipline

Master's degree in aerospace, computer science, electrical engineering, or other technical discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

DevSecOps

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA, seeks a Senior Network Software Engineer I with a Secret clearance to lead software for space-ground and space-to-space comms. The role covers embedded software for RF/spacecraft, with duties spanning development, testing, and systems integration across teams and contractors.

Expect a competitive base salary, equity, comprehensive benefits, and ITAR compliance. Base: $130,000–$198,000; total comp: $152,000–$233,000; US citizen required.