WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Develop and maintain: Technical budgets for vehicle performance System requirements and verification techniques Simulations and analysis across vehicle functions Test methods and data analysis Lead and own technical development of spacecraft missions Assist with program and product management Develop, in collaboration with team members, interface specifications, CONOPS definition, and other design documents (Please note: this position can be hired at the Systems Engineer I or Systems Engineer II level) QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS SYSTEMS ENGINEER I: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline) Engineering experience in the aerospace industry Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS SYSTEMS ENGINEER II: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline) 2+ years of engineering experience in the aerospace industry Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Master’s or PhD engineering in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline) Understanding of key spacecraft subsystems and their associated components, including: attitude determination and control (ADCS), electrical power systems (EPS), space-ground communications, on-orbit command and data handling (C&DH), and thermal control Thorough understanding of the space environment, orbital mechanics, and rigid body dynamics Experience with MATLAB, Python, and STK Experience with requirement management tools such as JAMA or DOORS Experience with satellite operations Experience with testing electrical subsystems and assemblies, thermal vacuum or random vibration, and hardware-in-the loop (HITL) testing Ability to work in a dynamic environment with competing priorities 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. 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.