Senior Spacecraft GNC Engineer I/II

The Senior Spacecraft Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) Engineer I/II at Rocket Lab's Littleton, CO site leads the development of GNC and Attitude Determination and Control Systems (ADCS) for a diverse fleet of spacecraft. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure mission success and advancing Rocket Lab's position in the space industry.

Key responsibilities include mentoring a team in GNC design, modeling, and analysis for various space missions, designing flight software and algorithms, developing spacecraft autonomy tools, selecting GNC components, defining fault detection and response strategies, and supporting design reviews. The engineer will also coordinate with teams in Denver, Colorado, and New Zealand.

Candidates for the Senior Spacecraft GNC Engineer I position should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in GNC/ADCS, while the Engineer II position requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience. Prior experience interfacing with aerospace customers in commercial or government sectors is essential. U.S. citizenship is required due to program requirements.

Rocket Lab offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary ranging from $130,000 to $180,000, company stock or cash incentives, discounted stock purchase programs, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave. Additional perks include various company discounts and benefits.

Joining Rocket Lab means becoming part of a team dedicated to unlocking the potential of space to improve life on Earth. The company fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and determination, providing opportunities for professional growth and involvement in groundbreaking space missions.