Avionics Engineer II

4 weeks ago

Long Beach CA USA, United States Rocket Lab Full time
About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a pioneering company in the field of launch and space systems. Our mission is to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. We are a global leader in the development of launch vehicles and satellites, and our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Avionics Engineer II to join our team at Rocket Lab. As a key member of our avionics team, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development and implementation of the Archimedes engine electrical systems and high explosive trains for the self-destruct system. You will work closely with our propulsion and fluids systems teams, commercial vendors, and external regulatory bodies to ensure the successful development and launch of our Neutron launch vehicle.

Key Responsibilities
  • Own the development and implementation of avionics components and systems for the Archimedes engine and self-destruct system.
  • Execute against complex mission- and safety-critical systems, including analysis support such as simulation and modeling activities.
  • Support and execute hardware testing, including engine hotfires and destructive qualification testing.
  • Support hands-on integration, checkouts, and operation before launch.
  • Optimize the avionics designs, implementation, and operation to achieve hands-off reusability between flights.
  • Evaluate and test flown components to flesh out weaknesses that would arise long-term.
  • Define and execute the appropriate reuse qualification campaigns for each subsystem.
  • Create the backbone of a component's lifecycle, generating electrical ground support equipment, test fixturing, and processes around procurement, production, and test.
  • Work with our regulatory agencies (e.g. FAA, NASA) to achieve a license to launch. Execute analysis and testing to verify requirements have been met.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or other technical discipline.
  • 2+ years combined experience across: avionics, electromechanical design and test, energetic systems, interfacing with regulatory agencies.
  • Experience performing environmental testing for development and qualification.
  • Knowledge of electrical test systems, hardware, and environmental survivability.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional experience with Altium Designer, Capital/VeSys, or similar tools.
  • Professional experience with NX, Ansys, or similar tools.
  • Professional experience with Python or similar software languages and integration.
  • Experience with ordnance device procurement, supply chain, and lot acceptance.
  • Experience with PCBA and harness design and manufacturing.
  • Experience with best practices for design, qualification, and production of avionics systems for launch vehicles.
  • Experience with an agile development environment.
Additional Requirements
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing.
  • Must be physically able to commute to buildings.
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, and moderate levels of noise.

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