Senior RF Test Engineer I

Rocket Lab•Long Beach, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Rocket Lab is seeking a Senior RF Test Engineer I for its global headquarters in Long Beach, California. The role is part of the Space Systems team, which builds spacecraft, payloads, and the components and subsystems that support space missions. This team is responsible for developing tools and processes to test satellite RF subsystems and Rocket Lab radio products. The engineer will develop RF test plans, manage and perform acceptance, qualification, and proto-flight test programs, and design, procure, and assemble automated test tools. The position also supports the design and development of spaceflight hardware to improve testability and manufacturability, and contributes to engineering and business processes and best practices as Rocket Lab grows.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of experience with RF hardware development and RF testing.
U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems, and instrumentation.
Understanding of designing hardware from concept through production.
Experience in environmental design testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC.
Project or program management skills.

Responsibilities

Develop RF test plans for RF subsystems and payloads.
Manage and conduct acceptance, qualification, and proto-flight test programs on RF systems.
Design, procure, and assemble automated test tools for RF subsystems.
Support the design and development of spaceflight hardware to increase testability and manufacturability.
Contribute to the development of engineering and business processes, including engineering and test processes.
Contribute to engineering best practices in areas such as testing, design for manufacture, and engineering change management.

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.