Senior Electrical Engineer I Marine Operations

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium-lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow high-assurance payloads and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform Neutron will provide a cost-effective and reliable launch solution by leveraging Rocket Labs proven execution history with the Electron program. If youre interested in joining a high-performing team and pushing the boundaries with a clean-sheet development of a reusable liquid launch vehicle this is your opportunity!

SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER MARINE OPERATIONS

We are currently seeking an Electrical Engineer based out of Rocket Labs Space Structures Complex in Middle River Maryland. You will be responsible for the design specification analysis and execution of power distribution navigation systems controls and communications systems on our recovery vessel.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Serve as the electrical engineering technical expert within the Marine Operations team enabling recovery and reusability of Neutron

• Design critical electrical infrastructure including schematics layout and routing for power lighting navigation instrumentation propulsion and communications systems

• Coordinate with other Rocket Lab engineers to ensure electrical systems are well integrated with the other vessel systems

• Ensure all systems meet regulatory requirements (ABS USCG IEC NFPA FCC)

• Conduct design reviews to ensure systems meet requirements identify risks resource needs and schedule estimates

• Work onboard the vessel during construction ensuring build-out meets engineering specifications and drive future modifications to enable more efficient mission execution

• Collaborate with the marine engineering group for commissioning and sea-trials test planning

• Troubleshoot and validate electrical systems during commissioning

• Oversee the operation sustainment troubleshooting and repair of critical electrical power and control systems

• Build and manage electrical and electronic spares inventory and maintain minimum inventories of those onboard parts and components.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN ELECTRICAL ENGINEER:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or marine engineering

• 3 years of experience as an electrical engineer preferably in the maritime industry with exposure to large vessels and autonomous or automated vessel systems

• Technical project management experience and the ability to liaise with external suppliers

• Advanced understanding of systems design principles

• Proficient in using EPLAN or comparable electrical CAD software for developing detailed schematics wiring diagrams and panel layouts

• Advanced ability to analyze systems troubleshoot and solve problems and select and source equipment

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Project management experience in a fast-paced prototype environment

• Detailed knowledge of Siemens NX or similar CAD and PLM packages.

• Experience with hands-on projects including the use of hand tools

• Knowledge of modern industrial communication protocols and network layers including experience with Modbus (RTU/TCP) Profibus Ethernet and serial interfaces (RS-232/RS-485) for control systems

• Experience integrating marine components (hoists thrusters winches radar etc.)

• Valid and current training certifications as an Electrical or Electronic Technician issued by a recognized authority.

• At least two years of experience working on vessels of comparable size and mission duration or in a similar industrial setting requiring equivalent qualifications and operational expertise.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting standing walking computer work and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise dust and fumes in production areas.

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.

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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 here ITAR Regulations.