Spacecraft Ops Engineer – Software-Driven Missions

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Long Beach, CA is looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer I/II to manage the health and performance of satellites, ensuring mission objectives are met for both commercial and government customers. This role involves collaboration with diverse teams to enhance satellite capabilities and requires software development skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in space mission design or operations. A salary range of $82,000 – $118,000 USD is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical discipline).
• Experience in space mission design, satellite subsystems, ground systems, spacecraft command & control, or spacecraft operations.
• Understanding of the space environment, orbital mechanics, and rigid body dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Manage health, safety, and performance of satellites.
• Leverage automation to operate spacecraft.
• Design and develop ground software for space operations.

Skills

Software development experience in Python, Ruby, C, C++

Understanding of key spacecraft subsystems and components

Experience in space mission design

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in Long Beach, CA is looking for a Spacecraft Operations Engineer I/II to manage the health and performance of satellites, ensuring mission objectives are met for both commercial and government customers. This role involves collaboration with diverse teams to enhance satellite capabilities and requires software development skills.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and experience in space mission design or operations. A salary range of $82,000 – $118,000 USD is offered.