Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft GNC Engineer II to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The role focuses on leading guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) development for a diverse fleet of spacecraft, requiring strong experience in GNC concepts and customer interaction
Job Summary
The Spacecraft GNC Engineer II is responsible for leading GNC and ADCS development for Rocket Lab’s growing fleet of diverse spacecraft.
You will work with all facets of the engineering life cycle: spacecraft concept and algorithm development, flight software implementation, subsystem requirements development, detailed GNC design, subsystem integration & test (I&T), and vehicle I&T.
You will work closely with related teams, including Systems, Avionics, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and Ground Software.
Matching Summary
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Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft GNC Engineer II to join their team in Long Beach, CA. The role focuses on leading guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) development for a diverse fleet of spacecraft, requiring strong experience in GNC concepts and customer interaction.
Salary
Base: $115,000—$140,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: company equity; Benefits: robust benefits package
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
GNC/ADCS development
Spacecraft autonomy tools
Fault detection and response
Hardware-in-the-loop simulation
Customer interaction for mission success
Nice-to-have
Mentoring younger engineers
Leading teams across project lifecycle
Working multiple projects simultaneously
GNC-related business development
Key Requirements
BS and 2+ years of industry experience in GNC/ADCS
Prior experience interfacing with aerospace customers