Senior IT Network Engineer II

Rocket Lab Corporation•Long Beach, CA

7d•$124,500 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior IT Network Engineer is based onsite at Rocket Lab’s Long Beach, California facility and is responsible for designing, implementing, and operating networks and firewalls for Corporate IT, Launch, Space Systems, and related operations. The role supports infrastructure at related sites across the United States, and some travel may be required. Systems include flat sat networks, loggers and telemetry servers, on-orbit operations, remote operators, mission control room infrastructure, and customer connectivity. As a senior member of the IT team, this position helps deliver global network infrastructure and software for Rocket Lab engineers and Space Operations personnel. The engineer provides subject matter expertise and guidance in support of reliable, available IT networks; leads upgrades, maintenance, continuous improvement, and infrastructure projects; and champions standards for secure, consistent, documented, automated, reliable, and cost-effective infrastructure management.

Requirements

At least 8 years of IT experience and a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience totaling at least 12 years.
At least 5 years of experience in a network-focused technology role.
In-depth knowledge of Fortinet, Juniper, or Cisco network switching and firewall setup, configuration, and management.
Expert knowledge of WAN, SD-WAN, routing, IPSEC, SSL VPNs, and firewalls.

Nice To Haves

Specialist qualification in an area of expertise, such as CISM, AWS, Azure, or Microsoft.
Experience with AWS and/or enterprise O365 and Azure environments.
Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills, including the ability to see the big picture, make connections, and make appropriate decisions.
Experience with one or more of Kubernetes, VMware, Linux, Windows, configuration management, automation, or Infrastructure as Code.
Experience with one or more of server and storage hardware, backups, high availability/disaster recovery/business continuity, Active Directory, Group Policy, certificate management (PKI), DNS, or DHCP.
Knowledge of security frameworks or technologies such as ISO 27001 or NIST 800-171.

Responsibilities

Provide senior-level support for global network infrastructure and software used by Rocket Lab engineers and Space Operations personnel.
Provide subject matter expertise, advice, and guidance for reliable and highly available IT network infrastructure supporting Space Systems.
Lead network upgrades, maintenance, and continuous improvement to deliver reliable and secure infrastructure.
Lead project scoping, planning, and deployment for network infrastructure in support of Annual Operating Plan goals.
Champion IT infrastructure standards and their implementation across infrastructure environments.
Ensure infrastructure practices comply with Rocket Lab policies and cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
Promote simplified and consistent environment management practices and automated build and maintenance processes.
Improve system reliability, high availability, and disaster recovery.
Support effective team service and provide clear reporting on usage, uptime, and support levels.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of environments and support, and promote efficient cost control.
Work with other Network Engineers to establish WAN and LAN networking standards.
Collaborate with IT, engineering, and business professionals.

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 coverage.
Vision coverage.
Paid vacation and sick time.
11 paid holidays.
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
Paid parental leave.
Disability insurance.
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.