Integration & Test Engineer III

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services complete spacecraft design and manufacturing payloads satellite components and more all with the goal of opening access space. 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 rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit all while we work to develop Neutron our upcoming medium-lift reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites payloads and their components including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab were not just launching rockets were building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space like solar panels flight software star trackers optical systems separation systems radios and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1700 missions ranging from interplanetary exploration in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft payloads and components for missions to the Moon and Mars working with partners including NASA the Space Development Agency and the U.S. Space Force. Whether its a single high-performance spacecraft constellation or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.

INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER I/II

Based out of Rocket Labs global headquarters in Long Beach CA the Integration & Test Engineer I/II is responsible for the development test and deployment of flight spacecraft systems as well as the development maintenance and upgrading of the test systems for that hardware. You will support the Space Systems organization with deliverables required for internal leadership board of directors and investors.

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Integration & Test Engineer I or Integration & Test Engineer II level)

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Lead and own integration and test campaigns at various levels of spacecraft development
• Work collaboratively with team members to define systems requirements as well as verification and validation plans
• Develop acceptance qualification and R&D test plans for spacecraft systems
• Develop maintain and operate environmental test systems (Vibe TVAC Thermal EMI etc.)
• Develop and maintain mechanical and electrical ground support equipment and facilities
• Interface with ground test software and implement flight software configuration changes
• Lead investigations into anomalous vehicle behavior
• Interface with hardware-in-the-loop test systems

QUALIFICATIONS YOULL BRING AS INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER I:

• US citizenship is required due to program requirements
• Bachelors degree in electrical electronics mechatronics aerospace or other engineering degree
• Engineering experience in the aerospace industry as a test engineer or other hands-on engineering role
• Proficiency with C C Python or MATLAB; and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office products
• Experience in writing technical documentation such as procedures reports and requirements

QUALIFICATIONS YOULL BRING AS INTEGRATION & TEST ENGINEER II:

• US citizenship is required due to program requirements
• Bachelors degree in electrical electronics mechatronics aerospace or other engineering degree
• 2 years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry as a test engineer or other hands-on engineering role
• Proficiency with C C Python or MATLAB; and Windows 10 and Microsoft Office products
• Experience in writing technical documentation such as procedures reports and requirements

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Masters or PhD in electrical electronics mechatronics aerospace or other engineering degree
• Experience with environmental testing such as thermal vacuum or random vibration testing
• 4 years of professional experience as a test engineer in the aerospace industry
• Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (CDH ADCS EPS and COMM)
• Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipment
• Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (PSU Oscilloscope DMM etc.)
• Exposure to designing and implementing test systems for electronics
• Understanding of sensors signal conditioning and data acquisition electronics
• Familiarity with spacecraft harness design and best practices
• Experience with 3D CAD software preferably NX
• Experience with RF testing and hardware-in-the-loop testing
• Basic knowledge of networking
• Experience with Linux systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel up to 25% both domestic and international to support spacecraft integration and test activities
• 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

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 out-think out-work and out-pace. 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.