Rocket Lab is seeking a Systems Engineer II with a Secret Clearance to contribute to their Optical Systems division in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on designing, developing, and testing space-based electro-optical sensors for defense and intelligence applications
Job Summary
As a Systems Engineer II based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors.
Lead hardware and software V&V activities to confirm alignment with program and customer requirements and provide technical oversight of system architecture, interfaces, mission assurance, and compliance.
Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!
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Rocket Lab is seeking a Systems Engineer II with a Secret Clearance to contribute to their Optical Systems division in Tucson, AZ. The role focuses on designing, developing, and testing space-based electro-optical sensors for defense and intelligence applications.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
space-based optical instruments
requirements management
Software Development Lifecycle
Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++
system modeling and analysis tools
space environments and testing regimes
hardware interfaces and communications protocols
Nice-to-have
troubleshooting and resolution of system-level issues
working with minimal supervision
complex projects
astronomy, physics, or remote sensing
multidisciplinary teams
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in systems or aerospace engineering
Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility
2+ years of engineering experience
Demonstrable experience in systems engineering
Experience with requirements management and modeling tools
Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++
Proficiency in system modeling and analysis tools
Knowledge of how to interpret technical documents
Experience with space environments and testing regimes
Excellent task management skills
Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communications protocols
Familiarity with aerospace industry standards
Work Rights
Must have active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility