RF Systems Engineer II - Operations
As an RF Systems Engineer II - Operations at Rocket Lab, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the operational readiness of Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) systems and ground stations for our Photon satellite missions. This position is based in Auckland, New Zealand, and involves close collaboration with internal teams such as Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC), Flight Software, and Operations, as well as external ground station operators. Your contributions will be critical to the seamless execution of our space missions.
In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing mission requirements, trajectories, and link analyses to define optimal TT&C configurations. You will develop TT&C plans for non-standard missions, prepare and maintain space-to-ground Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and manage configuration files for hardware and software components, including modems and transceivers. Additionally, you will conduct acceptance testing of new ground stations and software solutions to verify operational readiness and oversee ground station checkouts and mission preparation activities.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering (Electronics, Communications, RF) or an equivalent qualification. A solid understanding of RF communications system fundamentals and the ability to perform basic RF analysis are essential. Experience integrating and testing RF systems and components, including operating RF test equipment like Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) and spectrum analyzers, is required. Familiarity with systems engineering processes and documentation, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines are also important.
Rocket Lab offers a dynamic and innovative work environment where you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge space technology projects. We value teamwork, determination, and a commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Joining our team means being part of a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth.