Spacecraft Operations Engineer IIActive

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine.

What you'll do

• Command and operate spacecraft with automation at the core

• Develop and test ground and flight software for long-term missions

• Build robust operational scripts and telemetry/FDIR configurations

• Lead validation using simulation tools (HITL, flatsat)

• Support spacecraft through integration, testing, launch, and on-orbit life

• Drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and performance

What they're looking for

• You’re not just technically strong: you’re decisive, curious, and solutions-focused.
• You tackle complex engineering problems and find a path forward
• You own your work end-to-end and deliver under pressure
• You communicate clearly, challenge respectfully, and collaborate deeply