Principal Flight Software Engineer
Principal Flight Software Engineer
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$ 170000 - 200000
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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 13tonne 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 1700 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!
SPACE SYSTEMS
Rocket Labs Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels flight software reaction wheels and star trackers separation systems radios and more. Our Space Systems team is made up of engineers technicians and designers who design create and put together our own satellites for missions across the commercial government and defense sectors or who build and assemble satellite hardware and software that supports other satellite missions.
SPACE SYSTEMS
Rocket Labs Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels flight software reaction wheels and star trackers separation systems radios and more. Our Space Systems team is made up of engineers technicians and designers who design create and put together our own satellites for missions across the commercial government and defense sectors or who build and assemble satellite hardware and software that supports other satellite missions.
PRINCIPAL FLIGHT SOFTWARE ENGINEER
As a Principal Flight Software Engineer based at Rocket Labs site in Littleton you will have the opportunity to play a key role in supporting the development of flight software for our Space Systems programs. Youll spend your days participating in all aspects of software design and development from requirements definition through coding and testing. And when we say test we mean your software will be on orbit within weeks and months not years. Thanks to having our own rockets and launch sites we have frequent opportunities to test and operate our software on orbit. To be successful in this role you must want to see your software make a big impact on the way we explore space and use it as a platform for discovery and innovation. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects delivering on the impossible and making an impact on the future of space!
WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:
- Develop application software to run within a Real Time Operating System (RTOS) and/or embedded Linux
- Develop hardware drivers to interface to Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) Star Trackers Reaction Wheels and other spacecraft sensors and actuators
- Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests to run within a Continuous Integration framework
- Collaborate with hardwareintheloop test engineers to verify and validate combined software and hardware functionality
- Collaborate with systems engineers and embedded systems engineers in developing documenting and validating requirements
- Participate in review of source code changes and ensure all changes meet company coding standards
- Participate in design reviews such as a PDR and CDR
- Assist with onorbit (and interplanetary! flight operations
AS A PRINCIPAL FLIGHT SOFTWARE ENGINEER YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in aerospace engineering computer science electrical engineering or equivalent technical degree
- 12 years of demonstrated applicable experience in embedded software development
- Proficiency in C and C languages
- Experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or with Embedded Linux
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Advanced Degree
- Experience developing software and drivers with CAN/CANFD and/or UDP/TCP within an embedded system
- Experience developing software for autonomous vehicles operating in harsh environments such as satellites or autonomous vehicles
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.
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Base salary is only one part of Rocket Labs compensation package for this role.You may be eligible for company stock or cash incentives andcan purchase discounted stock through Rocket Labs Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical dental and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation holidays and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.
Base Pay Range (CO Only)
$170000 $200000 USD
WHAT TO EXPECT
Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats 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 outthink outwork and outpace. We pride ourselves on having each others 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.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
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 hereITAR Regulations.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full Time
