TS/SCI Principal Network Software Engineer

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Employee stock purchase program

Onsite gym

Job summary

A leading space company is seeking a Principal Network Software Engineer to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The successful candidate will manage software development for network systems related to Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground Communications. This position requires at least 12 years of relevant industry experience and a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. Additional qualifications include a TS/SCI clearance and familiarity with agile methodologies. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years in project management.
• Thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage software development of routers and radios on spacecraft.
• Interface with subcontractors and maintain project delivery milestones.
• Develop simulation and test approaches for networking.
• Define KPIs for contractors and internal teams.

Skills

Network software understanding

Systems engineering

Project management

Jira

Agile methodologies

RF experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or aerospace engineering

Tools

Jira

Microsoft Project

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

A leading space company is seeking a Principal Network Software Engineer to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The successful candidate will manage software development for network systems related to Space-to-Space and Space-to-Ground Communications. This position requires at least 12 years of relevant industry experience and a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. Additional qualifications include a TS/SCI clearance and familiarity with agile methodologies. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered.