Senior Systems Engineer I at Rocket Lab USA

Tucson, Arizona, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space, DefenseIndustries

Requirements

Apply engineering best practices to ensure success of complex missions in pioneering space projects
Design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors
Based at Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ

Responsibilities

Design, integrate, and develop space-based optical instruments, subsystems, and payloads for airborne and space platforms
Define, allocate, and manage technical requirements for space systems
Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development process and address potential conflicts or issues
Lead requirements definition, allocation, and traceability across the development lifecycle
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system design descriptions, ICDs, CONOPs, and test plans
Generate technical reports and presentations to communicate findings, progress, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners
Provide technical management of project requirements, system architecture, system interfaces, mission assurance guidelines, and system compliance
Support the development and testing of space payloads to be integrated on spacecraft

Skills

Systems Engineering

Spacecraft Design

Payloads

Flight Software

Star Trackers

Optical Systems

Separation Systems

Radios

Solar Panels

Rocket Lab USA

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

About Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various sectors. Rocket Lab differentiates itself from competitors by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, with multiple launch sites and a focus on affordability and reliability. The company's goal is to make space more accessible and to support a wide range of missions, from national security to scientific exploration.

Long Beach, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$713.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Phone/Internet Stipend

Childcare Support

Gym Membership

Employee Discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from SpaceX as Rocket Lab develops the Neutron rocket.

Potential delays in Virginia launch site could impact schedules and revenue.

Reliance on New Zealand site poses risks from geopolitical tensions or natural disasters.

Differentiation

Rocket Lab's Electron is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually.

Photon platform supports NASA missions to the Moon, Mars, and private Venus missions.

Neutron rocket development positions Rocket Lab as a competitor in heavy-lift launches.

Upsides

Collaboration with Air Force Research Lab could lead to more defense contracts.

Operational efficiency shown by two launches in 24 hours from different hemispheres.

Investment by Pier 88 indicates strong investor confidence in Rocket Lab's growth.

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