Ground Systems Engineer II - Electrical

Position Overview

Ground Systems Electrical Engineer II – based at Rocket Lab’s Test Facility at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi. Responsible for designing, building, and operating critical test facilities for the Archimedes rocket engine and the Neutron launch vehicle.

• Design critical test infrastructure, including process diagrams, line drawings, electrical system layout for power, lighting, computer systems, data acquisition system front‑end and back‑end, and instrumentation systems.
• Specify and procure electrical and computer systems equipment such as data acquisition, PLCs, and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with vendors and facilities groups to design, purchase, and fabricate key subsystems.
• Collaborate closely with Rocket Lab test and launch sites to ensure safety and seamless operation of electrical ground systems.
• Work onsite during build‑out and activation, preparing test procedures, interfacing with data acquisition and control systems, and collecting and interpreting critical data to support test facility readiness.
• Collaborate with Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle design teams to prepare and perform tests on key engine and stage hardware.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, computer engineering or equivalent disciplines.
• 2+ years of experience designing and operating electrical systems for test stands or large industrial complexes.
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and operating electrical systems at aerospace test or launch facilities (internships, college activities, or prior employment).

• Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane.
• Knowledge of electrical safety and design codes such as NFPA 70A.
• Experience with National Instruments LabVIEW software and hardware.
• Ability to troubleshoot facility electrical systems and generate corrective work instructions.
• Working knowledge of computer networks and IT infrastructure.
• Knowledge of PLCs, data acquisition, and instrumentation.
• Experience working with various disciplines, fabricators, and suppliers to achieve on‑time project execution.
• Ability to remain unfazed by ambiguity or changes in strategic direction while maintaining a positive attitude and being self‑actualized and self‑guided.

• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
• Must regularly 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.
• Ability to support nights and weekend work as needed.

• Applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, asylum seekers, or otherwise eligible for the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
• Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.
• Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process contact Giulia Johnson at

• Applicants must be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by ITAR.
• Eligibility requires citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a NATO member country, or possession of an eligible nationality.
• Background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offer.