Senior IT Network Engineer

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.

IT

Rocket Labs IT team is responsible for how our global teams access information and run operations across our computer systems networks and devices. Our hardworking IT team is a group of flexible problem-solvers working in a fast-paced environment but who also thrive under the challenge of supporting all of our proprietary systems and people from finance to launch operations.

SENIOR IT NETWORK ENGINEER

Located onsite at Rocket Labs Long Beach CA facility the Senior IT Network Engineer will be responsible for the design implementation and operation of all networks and firewalls relating to Space Systems and their related Operations. These systems include support of the infrastructure required for Space System at related sites such as RLHQ Colorado and New Mexico. Components include flat sat networks loggers/telemetry servers on orbit operations remote operators mission control room infra and customer connectivity.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Be a senior member of the team that delivers a global focus on all the network infrastructure and software that will enable Rocket Lab Engineers and Space Ops Personnel to deliver our world class Space System capabilities
• Provides subject matter expertise advise and guidance to deliver and support for our highly reliable and available IT network infrastructure that support the Space Systems team
• Lead upgrades maintenance and with a focus on continuous improvement to provide a reliable and secure network infrastructure
• Lead project scoping planning and deployment for Space System network infrastructure and new customer satellite commissioning projects in support of Annual Operating Plan goals
• Champion the Space Systems IT Infrastructure Standards function(s) at Rocket Lab through the implementation of Standards for the deployment and management of the Space System infra environments to ensure:
  • Compliance with Rocket Lab Policies
  • Compliance with Cybersecurity policies standards and procedures
  • Simplified and consistent environment management practices
  • Automated build and maintenance processes
  • Improvements to increase reliability of systems
  • System High Availability and Disaster Recovery
  • That the team is providing effective support
  • Clear and concise reporting on usage uptime support levels etc.
  • Comprehensive documentation of environments and support
  • Efficient cost control
• Work with the other Network Engineers to establish WAN and LAN networking Standards
• Work with a team of world class IT engineering and business professionals

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8 years of experience in IT and a bachelors degree OR equivalent years of work experience (12 years total experience)
• 2 of those years of experience in a platform focused technology role
• In-depth knowledge of Fortinet Juniper or Cisco network switching and firewall setup configuration and management
• Expert knowledge of WAN SD-WAN routing IPSEC SSL VPNs firewalls etc.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Specialist qualification in area of expertise: CISM AWS Azure Microsoft etc.
• AWS and/or O365 & Azure enterprise environments
• Advanced problem solving and analytical skills able to see the big picture make connections and appropriate decisions
• One or more of the following: Kubernetes VMware Linux Windows Configuration Management Automation and/or Infrastructure as Code
• One or more of the following: Server and Storage hardware Backups HADRBC Active Directory Group Policy Certificate Management (PKI) DNS or DHCP
• Security frameworks / technology: ISO 27001 NIST 800-171 etc.

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

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.