Electrical Engineer I

Rocket Lab•Pasadena, TX

11d•Onsite

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 will participate 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. The position involves gaining experience with robotics and motor-control applications and with FPGA and microcontroller applications. The engineer will take end-to-end ownership of Electronic Ground Support Equipment, perform schematic capture and PCB layout, conduct circuit analyses, support verification and integration testing, and assist production manufacturing as needed. The role is based at Rocket Lab Robotics in Pasadena, California. The job may involve prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and computer work, as well as occasional exposure to moderate noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or another engineering discipline.
GPA of 3.0 or above.
Strong background in analog electronics design.
Proficiency performing circuit analyses in SPICE and Excel.
Proficiency with basic electronic laboratory 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

Participate in the development and testing of avionics hardware for robotics programs.
Contribute to electrical hardware development from requirements definition through design, prototyping, fabrication, testing, and production.
Gain experience with robotics and motor-control applications and FPGA and microcontroller applications.
Take end-to-end ownership of Electronic Ground Support Equipment.
Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer.
Conduct circuit analysis, including stress analysis and worst-case analysis.
Perform PCBA design verification testing and system integration testing.
Support production manufacturing 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.