Principal/senior Principal Engineer - Ts/sci Clearance

Rocket Lab Corporation

Long Beach, CA, United States
Base: $180,000 - $250,000 usd; bonus/equity: compy...
On-site
Active ts/sci clearance required
12+ years satellite program experience
Understanding of spacecraft subsystems
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance to oversee satellite programs at their Long Beach, CA headquarters. The ideal candidate will have 12+ or 15+ years of experience in satellite or spacecraft programs, depending on the level applied for, along with expertise in spacecraft subsystems and orbital mechanics

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing oversight and review of spacecraft system engineering including requirement derivation and vehicle performance budgets.
  • Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and building satellites for missions to the Moon and Mars.
  • Employees receive a robust benefits package including top-tier medical coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Principal/Senior Principal Engineer with a TS/SCI clearance to oversee satellite programs at their Long Beach, CA headquarters. The ideal candidate will have 12+ or 15+ years of experience in satellite or spacecraft programs, depending on the level applied for, along with expertise in spacecraft subsystems and orbital mechanics.

Salary

Base: $180,000 - $250,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active TS/SCI clearance required
  • 12+ years satellite program experience
  • Understanding of spacecraft subsystems
  • Thorough knowledge of orbital mechanics
  • Experience with satellite operations

Nice-to-have

  • Master's or PhD in engineering
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, STK
  • Experience with thermal vacuum testing
  • Hardware-in-the-loop testing experience
  • Ability to work in dynamic environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • 15+ years experience for Senior Principal level

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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