Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer
3 weeks ago
Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems.
The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world.
Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future.
Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.
Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights
ABOUT THE ROLE: Based out of Rocket Lab's NZ headquarters in Auckland, NZ, the Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer follows the entire lifecycle of the mission.
Starting with conceptual design, subsystems sizing and requirements definition.
Followed by the implementation phase where you will oversee the integration and test campaigns for the whole spacecraft, working across multidisciplinary teams to ready the Spacecraft for flight.
Finally, once you have deemed the spacecraft ready for flight, you will be overseeing the launch campaign activities and supporting the mission operations as the spacecraft expert, ensuring mission success for Rocket Lab and its customers.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
Proven 5+ years' experience, preferably on aerospace/satellite development programs, which can be anywhere from initial design through on-orbit operations.
Understanding of key spacecraft subsystems and their associated components, including attitude determination and control, spacecraft electrical power systems, space-ground communications, on-orbit command and data handling, and thermal control.
Thorough understanding of the space environment, materials selection, radiation effects, degradation factors etc.
Experience testing electrical subsystems and assemblies.
Proficiency in systems engineering tools (e.g JAMA), simulation software (e.g.
Simulink, STK) and programming languages (e.g.
Python, Matlab).
Experience with development and execution of environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum, EMI, or random vibration testing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and a can-do attitude.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a passion for space exploration and innovation.
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Graduate degree in Aerospace Engineering or Systems Engineering.
Experience leading teams.
Experience designing and building harnesses for flight or test.
Experience with satellite operations on orbit.
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing.
Salary dependent on experience: between NZD$100,000- NZD$135,000.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.
These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.
For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
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