Electrical Engineer I

Rocket Lab•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

Rocket Lab Robotics develops high-performance robotic systems and precision mechanisms for space missions, including robotic arms, motion control systems, and solar array drive assemblies. Based in Pasadena, California, the Electrical Engineer I participates in developing and testing avionics hardware for robotics programs. The role works collaboratively with engineers across disciplines and contributes to electrical hardware development from requirements definition through design, prototyping, fabrication, testing, and production. It is suited to someone interested in robotics electrical hardware design and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering.
GPA of 3.0 or above.
Strong background in analog electronics design.
Proficiency performing circuit analyses in SPICE and Excel.
Proficiency with basic electronic lab equipment, including power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, and soldering irons.
Experience with FPGA design in a professional or school environment.
Experience with microcontroller design in a professional or school environment.
U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing for space environments, including radiation impacts and mitigation.
Proficiency with board bring-up and debug.
Experience creating design verification test plans and executing tests.
Experience designing for high-reliability aerospace applications.
Experience designing rigid-flex PCBs and electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

Gain experience with robotics and motor control applications.
Gain experience with FPGA and microcontroller applications.
Own Electronic Ground Support Equipment end to end.
Capture schematics and lay out PCBs using Altium Designer.
Perform circuit analysis, including stress analysis and worst-case analysis.
Conduct PCBA design verification testing and system integration testing.
Provide production manufacturing support as needed.

Benefits

Company stock as part of total compensation.
Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
Medical plans, including HMO, PPO, and a zero-cost HDHP option with a company HSA contribution.
Dental and vision coverage.
Paid vacation and sick time.
11 paid holidays.
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
Paid parental leave.
Disability and life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Subsidized EV charging.
Onsite fitness centers where available.
Discounted gym memberships.
Complimentary snacks and beverages.
50% employee discount on the company merchandise store.
Other employee discounts.