Senior Network Software Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Manage software development and integration of routers, radios, and laser communication devices across a spacecraft constellation.
• Manage suppliers and subcontractors through development and testing of integrated systems.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and internal engineering teams on product plans, progress updates, and delivery milestones.
• Design and develop simulation and testing approaches for constellation networking.
• Define KPIs, staffing plans, software development standards, and procedures.
• Plan integration and testing activities, establish subcontractor feature-drop cadence, and drive process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
• At least 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of network software and the software development lifecycle.
• Experience using Jira for software development management.
• Experience with systems engineering methods including systems trades, requirements management, performance characterization, and interface management.
• Active Secret security clearance, eligibility to obtain TS/SCI clearance, and U.S. citizenship.
• Preferred qualifications include a relevant master’s degree, TS/SCI clearance, SDA NEBULA experience, cybersecurity and encryption experience, team leadership, project management qualifications, Microsoft Project or Smartsheet experience, Docker, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps experience.

Benefits

• Company stock and an Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount.
• Medical, dental, vision, HSA, flexible spending, and dependent care benefits.
• Paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers where available, discounted gym memberships, snacks and beverages, and employee discounts.
• Based at Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, California; the role may involve work in production areas and prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and computer work.