Senior Avionics Engineer

**ABOUT ROCKET LAB**

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

**WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO**:
Join the Neutron Flight Safety Systems team at Rocket Lab, where we are developing Neutron, a new, medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle. As a Senior Avionics Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of Flight Safety Systems (FSS) avionics devices and subsystems. You will drive Flight Termination System (FTS) and navigation component qualification, acceptance testing, and certification activities for the Neutron rocket. You will get to be part of a small and agile team that possesses a winning combination of sharp technical knowledge, flawless attention to detail, and effective stakeholder communications.

In this role you will be on the front line of one of Rocket Lab's most important and exciting programs, spanning all phases through development, production, and operations. As a Senior Engineer, you will also be a technical leader, able to guide and mentor other engineers while shaping the success of the entire team.

**YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering field or equivalent professional experience.
- 5+ years relevant industry experience.
- Proficient in programming languages (e.g. C, C++ or Python).
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal.

**THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE**:

- Demonstrated good engineering judgement, looking at all available options to solve a problem.
- Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems.
- Understanding of instrumentation, interfaces and sensors including power supplies, oscilloscopes, serial devices, switch topologies, accelerometers, thermocouples, RTDs, and 4-20mA sensors.
- Understanding of designing hardware from concept through production.
- Understanding of environmental design testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC.
- Experience with hardware development or electronics test engineering.
- Demonstrated experience interpreting and documenting compliance with engineering standards.
- On-the-job contact with RCC-319 and RCC-324 standards.

**WHAT TO EXPECT**

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. 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.

Important information:
**FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY**:

- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR _here_._
- 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. 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._

**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 applica