Ground Systems Engineer, ElectricalBased out of Rocket Lab's Test Facility at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the Ground Systems Engineer II, Instrumentation and Controls is responsible for the development, automation, testing and commissioning of fluid and gas systems at the Archimedes engine test facility. You will support the test operations team and be responsible for software, PLC, networks, instrumentation and controls.Note: This position can be hired as a LevelII, Senior EngineerI or Senior EngineerII level.What you'll get to do:Design control systems for complex test facility systems controlling flow of fluids to rocket engines during test activitiesSupport certification of systems including producing documentation operator manuals, maintenance procedures, test procedures, and work instructionsSupport technicians remotely or in person during installation, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting activitiesBecome a subject matter expert in one or more of the necessary disciplines dealing with instrumentation, control systems, HMI, PLCs, software, and networksPerform test operations activitiesPost-test data analysisYou'll bring these qualifications as an Engineer II:Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science2+ years of experience designing instrumentation, controls and related infrastructureHands‑on experience with data acquisition, control, and automation systemsElectrical design/CAD experienceYou'll bring these qualifications as a Senior Engineer I:Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science5+ years of experience designing instrumentation, controls and related infrastructureHands‑on experience with data acquisition, control, and automation systemsElectrical design/CAD experienceYou'll bring these qualifications as a Senior Engineer II:Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer science8+ years of experience designing instrumentation, controls and related infrastructureHands‑on experience with data acquisition, control, and automation systemsElectrical design/CAD experienceThese qualifications would be nice to have:Familiarity with NFPA 70/70EExperience with IEC 61131-3 PLC programming languagesExperience implementing functional safety (IEC 61508 & IEC 61511)UL 508A compliant electrical designExperience with NI LabVIEWDevelopment with tools including C/C++, Python, TeamCity, EPlan, Beckhoff PLC Programming, NI cRio controller programming, Gitlab/Git Version Control SystemExperience with complex industrial systems for flow of fluids, especially cryogenics and high pressuresExperience with hazardous area/ classified area design and maintenanceAdditional requirements:Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focusRegularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writingMust be physically able to commute to buildingsOccasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noiseRocket 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 g.biow@rocketlabusa.com. 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 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr