Software Engineer II

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top tier medical HMO

PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical

Dental and vision coverage

3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick

11 paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Company equity

Discounted employee stock purchase

Subsidized EV charging stations

Onsite gym

Food and drinks

Other discounts

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Software Engineer II - Operations Software to develop and maintain telemetry processing and mission operations software at the Long Beach headquarters. You will work on software used to launch rockets and manage on-orbit operations, contributing across telemetry ingestion, processing, and data management pipelines with a focus on reliability and performance.

The role requires a degree in software engineering or related field, at least two years of experience, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience within a related field.
• Golang Development

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user facing software that is used to launch rockets and perform on-orbit operations for spacecraft.
• Develop and maintain software to ingest, process and store telemetry data.
• Perform independent engineering as allocated and may have product ownership as a responsible engineer.
• Develop documentation for operation of software products.
• Coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Golang Development

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, CS, EE or similar

Tools

Kubernetes

CI/CD systems

C# / Angular development

User Interface development

Job description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven execution history with the Electron program.

SOFTWARE ENGINEER - OPERATIONS SOFTWARE

BasedonsiteatRocket Lab'sHeadquartersinLong Beach, CAtheSoftware Engineer II - Operations Softwareisresponsible fordeveloping and maintaining software that provides display, capture & management of telemetry data, and commanding to enable Electron, Neutron and Photon testing and mission operations.You will support theOperations Software TeamandTerrestrial Softwareorganization, withdeveloping andmaintainingsoftware required to ensure mission success.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

• Develop andmaintainuser facingsoftware that is used to launch rockets and perform on-orbit operations for spacecraft.
• Develop andmaintainsoftware to ingest, process and store telemetry data.
• Perform independent engineering asallocatedand may have product ownership as a responsible engineer.
• Develop documentation for operation of software products.
• Coordinate with stakeholders.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience within a related field
• Golang Development

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• C# /Angular development
• User Interface development
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD systems

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including:

• top tier medical HMO
• PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option
• dental and vision coverage
• 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
• paid parental leave
• disability insurance
• life insurance
• access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• company equity

Other perks include:

• Discounted employee stock purchase program
• subsidized EV charging stations
• onsite gym
• food and drinks
• other discounts

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

WHAT TO EXPECT

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [e-mail] dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$102,000 — $128,000 USD