Space Systems Engineer I/II — Shape Space Missions

Rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top tier medical insurance

3 weeks paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Onsite gym

Discounted employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rocketlab is seeking a Systems Engineer I/II in Long Beach, CA to support our Space Systems division. This role involves developing technical budgets, leading spacecraft missions, and collaborating with team members to create design documents.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant aerospace experience. The role also requires U.S. citizenship due to program requirements.

Salary ranges from $80,000 to $130,000, and benefits include 3 weeks of vacation, medical coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical discipline).
• Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs.
• U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical budgets for vehicle performance.
• Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions.
• Assist with program and product management.

Skills

Engineering experience in aerospace

Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development

Understanding of spacecraft subsystems

Proficiency in MATLAB

Proficiency in Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Requirement management tools (JAMA, DOORS)

Job description

Rocketlab is seeking a Systems Engineer I/II in Long Beach, CA to support our Space Systems division. This role involves developing technical budgets, leading spacecraft missions, and collaborating with team members to create design documents.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant aerospace experience. The role also requires U.S. citizenship due to program requirements.

Salary ranges from $80,000 to $130,000, and benefits include 3 weeks of vacation, medical coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company match.