Avionics Test Engineer I​/II

Overview

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – with the goal of opening access space. The Space Systems team designs and builds complete spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, and works with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force.

At Rocket Lab, we’re building the future of space. Our Space Systems team handles everything from complete spacecraft and precision payloads to the components and subsystems that enable them to thrive in space, such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Based out of Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Avionics Test Engineer I/II is responsible for the design, test, and integration of the electrical systems and electronics that form the backbone of our Space Systems missions. Join a driven team tackling challenging projects and making an impact on the future of space!

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Please note:

this position can be hired at the Avionics Test Engineer I or Avionics Test Engineer II level)

• Develop test plans and programs in support of space flight hardware and systems development
• Manage and conduct Acceptance, Qualification and Proto-Flight test programs
• Develop automated test hardware and test platforms in support of test programs
• Support the design and development of space flight hardware to increase the level of design for testability and manufacturability
• Support the analysis of COTS component test levels against mission environmental test requirements
• Contribute to the development of engineering and business processes to support Rocket Lab growth and capability
• Contribute to the development of engineering best practice areas such as test, design for manufacture and engineering change
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• Experience with hardware development or electronics test engineering
• Programming experience in Python
• U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements
• 2+ years of experience with hardware development or electronics test engineering

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems and instrumentation
• Understanding of designing hardware from concept through production
• Experience in environmental design testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC

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

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, and retirement plan options. Details provided during the interview process.

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, and we value hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, and resilience in meeting ambitious goals.