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Full-Time

Senior HITL Engineer

Posted on 7/16/2024

Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab USA

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$10k - $160kAnnually

+ Equity + Benefits

Senior

Long Beach, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Research & Development
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, electronics, computer science, aerospace engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years of engineering experience with hardware or software development
  • Experience with electronics testing
  • Experience with designing and implementing electronics test systems
Responsibilities
  • Design, operate, and maintain the HITL systems for the Rocket Lab spacecraft buses
  • Work hands-on with test and flight hardware
  • Work in a cross-disciplinary team to verify the functionality and performance of the Rocket Lab spacecraft buses
  • Operate launch vehicle simulation platform for Day of Launch operations for specific missions
  • Make and maintain accurate technical documentation via system diagrams, schematics, ICDs, procedures, test/anomaly reports
  • Analyze test results from raw data for pass/fail criteria
  • Troubleshoot root cause from anomalies and communicate the results and path forward with internal team, vendors, and customers
  • Provide critical review for test plans, procedures, and documentation
  • Operate and capture data from test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.)

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various sectors. Rocket Lab differentiates itself from competitors by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, with multiple launch sites and a focus on affordability and reliability. The company's goal is to make space more accessible and to support a wide range of missions, from national security to scientific exploration.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$1.5B

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2006

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

37%

2 year growth

77%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The expansion in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with a $70 million investment and creation of 100 new jobs, indicates strong growth and job opportunities.
  • Significant investments from firms like Verus Capital Partners and Susquehanna Fundamental Investments reflect strong market confidence in Rocket Lab's future.
  • Government funding, including $41 million from the Chips Act and $44 million from New Mexico, bolsters Rocket Lab's financial stability and capacity for innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of the space industry, with major players like SpaceX, could pressure Rocket Lab to continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • Delays or failures in the development of the Neutron launch vehicle could impact Rocket Lab's ability to capture larger payload markets.

What makes Rocket Lab USA unique

  • Rocket Lab's Electron launch vehicle is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually, showcasing a proven track record of reliability and success.
  • The company's Photon spacecraft platform has been selected for high-profile NASA missions, including those to the Moon and Mars, setting it apart from competitors.
  • Rocket Lab's dual launch sites in New Zealand and Virginia provide operational flexibility and increased launch frequency, a strategic advantage over competitors with fewer launch sites.

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