Space Systems Engineer II — Lead Spacecraft Missions
Rocketlab
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Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Systems Engineer II to oversee budgets, requirements, and test planning for Space Systems missions. You will work hands-on with flight hardware, drive development, and collaborate with the team on interface specs and CONOPS. US citizenship is required for ITAR programs.
The role includes a strong benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities to contribute to civil, commercial, and defense satellite programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline).
- 2+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry.
- Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs.
- U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain technical budgets for vehicle performance.
- System requirements and verification techniques.
- Simulations and analysis across vehicle functions.
- Test methods and data analysis.
- Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions.
- Assist with program and product management.
- Develop, in collaboration with team members, interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and other design documents.
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Job description
Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA seeks a Systems Engineer II to oversee budgets, requirements, and test planning for Space Systems missions. You will work hands-on with flight hardware, drive development, and collaborate with the team on interface specs and CONOPS. US citizenship is required for ITAR programs.
The role includes a strong benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities to contribute to civil, commercial, and defense satellite programs.
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