Rocket Lab Corporation
Senior Integration & Test Engineer I/II
Long Beach, CA · Senior
No sponsorship$108k-$167kDetected 8 days ago
PythonC++MATLABLinuxCybersecurityEMI/EMCLeadershipMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives.
- Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space - our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.
- Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Responsibilities
- We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
- Lead and own integration and test campaigns at various levels of spacecraft development
- Develop acceptance, qualification, and R&D test plans for spacecraft systems
- Develop, maintain, and operate environmental test systems (Vibe, TVAC, Thermal, EMI, etc.)
- Develop and maintain mechanical and electrical ground support equipment and facilities
- Interface with ground test software and implement flight software configuration changes
- Lead investigations into anomalous vehicle behavior
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree
- 5+ years of experience in a test engineering or other hands-on engineering role
- Experience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testing
- Proficiency with C, C++, Python, or MATLAB
- Experience in writing technical documentation, such as procedures, reports, and requirements
- 8+ years of experience in a test engineering or other hands-on engineering role
- Proficiency with C, C++, Python, or MATLAB; and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office products
- U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Nice to have
- Master's or PhD in electrical, electronics, mechatronics, aerospace, or other engineering degree
- 4+ years of professional experience as a test engineer in the aerospace industry
- Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (CDH, ADCS, EPS, and COMM)
- Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipment
- Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (PSU, Oscilloscope, DMM, etc.)
- Exposure to designing and implementing test systems for electronics
- Understanding of sensors, signal conditioning and data acquisition electronics
- Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably NX
Compensation
- $108,000 - $167,000 USD
- This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Equal opportunity
- Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
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