Senior Avionics Test and Launch Engineer
About The Position
This role is part of Rocket Lab’s Test and Launch Engineering team, responsible for testing, launch, and mission operations of the Electron and Neutron launch vehicles, from stack testing through pre-launch processing, launch operations, and on-orbit operations. Integrated Operations also configures, checks out, and operates associated facilities, equipment, and infrastructure. The Senior Avionics Test and Launch Engineer develops, integrates, and tests avionics and electrical systems; oversees avionics system configuration and checkout; and leads testing projects. The role also mentors and trains Integrated Operations team members, develops CONOPS and HMIs for ground and vehicle electrical hardware, and authors, reviews, and carries out operations procedures. The position may involve prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and computer work, as well as occasional exposure to moderate noise, dust, and fumes in production areas. For U.S. office candidates, the role is subject to applicable U.S. space technology export-control requirements. For New Zealand office candidates, background and nationality checks apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or mechatronic engineering is preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in engineering design, testing, and/or operations, focused on electrical or software engineering.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with launch vehicles or spacecraft, including integration, testing, launch, or mission operations.
- Experience with Java, Python, or another object-oriented programming language.
- Software development skills and solid understanding of web-based tools such as HTML and XML.
- Good understanding of networking, with knowledge and experience in TCP/IP, UDP, multicast protocols, packet switching, and routing.
- Knowledge of and/or experience with electrical systems.
Responsibilities
- Develop, integrate, and test avionics and electrical systems for Electron and Neutron launch vehicles.
- Oversee the configuration and checkout of avionics systems.
- Lead and manage testing projects for avionics and electrical systems.
- Mentor and train other Integrated Operations team operators on avionics and electrical systems.
- Develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) related to ground and vehicle electrical hardware.
- Author, review, and carry out operations procedures.
Benefits
- Company stock as part of total compensation.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
- Medical plans.
- 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.
- Other discounts and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
