Senior Program Manager Ii, Rf Systems - Ts/sci

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $140,000 minimum; bonus/equity: compyny equi...
On-site
8+ years aerospace/defense project management
Active ts/sci security clearance required
Transition hardware/software to flight-ready production
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Program Manager II for RF Systems based in Long Beach, CA. The role involves overseeing the technical roadmap for advanced RF payloads, requiring strong leadership in aerospace and defense project management with an active TS/SCI clearance

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the ultimate program authority and Mission Owner responsible for the technical roadmap of next-generation RF Systems and Payloads.
  • The successful candidate will bridge complex tactical customer needs with engineering sprints to ensure scalable, high-throughput connectivity reaches users on time.
  • Rocket Lab offers a robust total rewards package including company equity, top-tier medical coverage, and access to an onsite gym and subsidized EV charging.

Matching Summary

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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Program Manager II for RF Systems based in Long Beach, CA. The role involves overseeing the technical roadmap for advanced RF payloads, requiring strong leadership in aerospace and defense project management with an active TS/SCI clearance.

Salary

Base: $140,000 minimum; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental/vision, 3 weeks vacation, 5 days sick leave, 401(k) match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years aerospace/defense project management
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance required
  • Transition hardware/software to flight-ready production
  • Manage transponders SAR or advanced comms systems
  • Identify and neutralize supply chain risks

Nice-to-have

  • Proven playbook for high-rate manufacturing transition
  • Deep National Security Space (NSS) domain experience
  • Master's degree in Engineering or related field
  • Mastery of Jira, Confluence, and ERP systems
  • Experience with massive commercial telecommunications constellations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or Math
  • 8+ years managing technical projects in aerospace/defense
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Proven track record transitioning prototypes to flight-ready production
  • Understanding of transponders, SAR, or advanced communication systems

Work Rights

Must have Active TS/SCI clearance

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