Principal Spacecraft Systems Engineer

1 week ago


Long Beach, California, United States Rocket Lab Full time
Principal Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems, and we're seeking a highly skilled Principal Spacecraft Systems Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our Space Systems organization, you will be responsible for the development and maintenance of technical budgets, requirements definition, test planning and execution, and overall management of the systems engineering process.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain technical budgets for vehicle performance
  • Define and verify system requirements
  • Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions
  • Assist with program and product management
  • Develop interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and other design documents
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline)
  • 12+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry
  • Experience supporting satellite and/or spacecraft development programs
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's or PhD in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline)
  • Understanding of key spacecraft subsystems and their associated components
  • Experience with MATLAB, Python, and STK
  • Experience with requirement management tools such as JAMA or DOORS

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.



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