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Senior Electrical Engineer I/II

Rocket LabTucson, AZ
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in electrical systems, preferably in the aerospace sector. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and have a proven track record of designing and implementing complex electrical systems. Familiarity with satellite systems and space missions is a plus. Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, and experience with relevant software tools are essential. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment are also required.

About the job

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a pioneering space company that offers comprehensive launch services, spacecraft design, manufacturing, payloads, and satellite components, all aimed at facilitating access to space. We are dedicated to enabling ambitious global space missions, from scientific exploration and Earth observation to national security and cutting-edge technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket is now the second most frequently launched U. S. rocket yearly, successfully delivering over 230 satellites into orbit. We are also developing the Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle designed for deploying larger constellations. Our Space Systems division creates and manufactures a wide range of satellites, payloads, and essential components, including spacecraft selected for NASA missions to the Moon and Mars, and critical components for the James Webb Space Telescope.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we are not merely launching rockets; we are shaping the future of space exploration. Our Space Systems team is responsible for building everything from complete spacecraft and precision payloads to the subsystems that ensure their success in space, such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, and optical systems.

Having facilitated over 1,700 missions that include interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing, and defense initiatives, our team has collaborated with esteemed partners like NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U. S. Space Force to construct spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars. Whether it’s a singular high-performance spacecraft or an entire constellation, our world-class Space Systems team empowers some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.

SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER I/II

The Optical Systems division at Rocket Lab tackles mission-critical challenges in the space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) clients. Our vision is to revolutionize space-based payload capabilities through innovative engineering solutions.

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is at the forefront of space innovation, providing end-to-end solutions that empower access to space. With a focus on responsive launch services and advanced spacecraft design and manufacturing, we are committed to supporting critical missions for scientific research, national security, and technological advancement.

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