About the job
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is a pioneering end-to-end space solutions provider, delivering responsive launch services along with comprehensive spacecraft design and manufacturing. Our mission is to democratize access to space, enabling groundbreaking scientific exploration, Earth observation, and innovative technology demonstrations that address climate change and national security.
Our Electron rocket is now the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket, having successfully delivered over 230 satellites into orbit. We are also excitedly developing Neutron, our next-generation medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle designed for larger satellite constellations. Our Space Systems division focuses on designing and building a diverse array of satellites and payload components, including critical hardware for NASA missions to the Moon and Mars, as well as instruments used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
SPACE SYSTEMS
At Rocket Lab, our Space Systems team is dedicated to the design and assembly of every satellite and its components. From full satellites aimed at lunar and Martian missions to intricate subsystems like solar panels, flight software, and communication radios, our engineers and technicians collaborate to produce cutting-edge technology for commercial, governmental, and defense applications.
SPACECRAFT OPERATIONS ENGINEER II - Top Secret Clearance
We are seeking a skilled Spacecraft Operations Engineer II to join our Long Beach, CA headquarters. This role is pivotal in ensuring the health, safety, and optimal performance of our expanding fleet of satellites while achieving mission objectives and service level agreements (SLAs) for both commercial and government clients. You will play a crucial role in supporting diverse missions, including Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellations, interplanetary exploration, rendezvous operations, and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) deployments.

