Senior Electrical Engineer II

Rocket Lab USA

Long Beach, California

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$145,000–$210,000 Per Year

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Avionics, Computer Engineering, Design Services, Design Verification, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electromechanical Design, Electronics, Embedded Software, FPGA, FPGA Design, Government, Hardware Design, Hardware Development, Hardware Quality Assurance, High Reliability, Integration Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Manufacturing Systems, Oscilloscope, Printed Circuit Board (PCB), Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layout, Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA), Printed Circuit Board Design, Prototyping, Regulations, Requirements Management, SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis), Schematic Capture, Software Development, Soldering, System Integration (SI), System Operations, Team Player, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Time Management, United States Citizen

LOCATION

Long Beach, California

POSTED

3 days ago

Senior Electrical Engineer IIBased at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior Electrical Engineer II will participate in the development and test of avionics hardware for our spacecraft programs. You will work collaboratively with engineers of various disciplines and participate in all aspects of electrical hardware development, from requirements definition through design, prototyping, fabrication, testing, and production. As an engineer on the spacecraft development team, you will have frequent opportunities to test and operate your systems on-orbit. We're looking for people who are passionate about spacecraft electrical hardware design, with a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.What You'll Get To Do:Develop PCBA requirements in collaboration with other engineering disciplinesSchematic capture and PCB layout using Altium DesignerCircuit analysis, including power, tolerance, and reliability relatedPCBA design verification testing and system integration testingProduction manufacturing support as neededYou'll Bring These Qualifications As Senior Electrical Engineer II:Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline8+ years of electrical hardware design experience, including schematic capture and PCB layoutA strong background in analog electronics designProficiency performing circuit analyses in SPICE and ExcelProficiency with Altium Designer for schematic capture and layout of complex PCBsKnowledge with processors, FPGAs, switch mode power supplies, communication interfaces and analog instrumentationU.S. citizenship required, due to program requirementsThese Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:Master's or PhD in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering disciplineProficiency with basic electronic lab equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, soldering irons, etc.Experience designing for space environments, including radiation impacts and mitigationExperience designing for high-reliability aerospace applicationsExperience designing rigid-flex PCBs and electromechanical design familiarity in generalExperience with FPGA design and embedded software development for ARM core processorsDemonstrated success working in a dynamic environment and ability to manage competing prioritiesThis position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts. Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.Base Pay Range (CA Only)$145,000 - $210,000 USDWhat To ExpectWe're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.Important information:FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

Senior Electrical Engineer II

Rocket Lab USA

Long Beach, California

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Rocket Lab USA

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