Senior Space Systems Software Engineer

Rocket Lab USA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Senior Software Systems Engineer II for our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ. You will design, implement, and verify software for space-based electro-optical sensors, collaborate on system architectures, and mentor engineers across the project lifecycle.

A strong systems engineering background and security clearance are essential. You will work with flight software, budget and requirements management, and coordinate with internal and external partners to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (systems, software, electrical, aerospace or similar).
• Active security clearance is required.
• 8+ years engineering in aerospace; 3+ years leading projects or teams.
• CAM and/or IPTL experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors and software.
• Derive and allocate software/firmware requirements across interfaces.
• Plan and execute V&V activities and manage development lifecycle.

Skills

Active Clearance

Systems engineering

Leadership

Requirements interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

JAMA

DOORS

JIRA

Cameo

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Senior Software Systems Engineer II for our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ. You will design, implement, and verify software for space-based electro-optical sensors, collaborate on system architectures, and mentor engineers across the project lifecycle.

A strong systems engineering background and security clearance are essential. You will work with flight software, budget and requirements management, and coordinate with internal and external partners to deliver