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Senior Software Engineer I/II - Digital Engineering

Rocket Lab Ltd.Littleton, CO
On-site Full-time $125K/yr - $160K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Proven experience in software engineering, particularly within aerospace or related fields. Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java. Experience with software development methodologies and tools, including Agile and DevOps practices. Familiarity with spacecraft systems and satellite technologies is a plus. Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.

About the job

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a pioneering space technology company dedicated to providing responsive launch services, comprehensive spacecraft design and manufacturing, and payload solutions aimed at enhancing access to space. The rockets and satellites we create and launch facilitate some of the most ambitious space missions worldwide, supporting scientific endeavors, Earth observation, and initiatives against climate change, as well as national security and innovative technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket is now the second most frequently launched U. S. rocket each year, successfully delivering over 230 satellites into orbit. We are also developing Neutron, a medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle designed for larger constellation deployments. Our Space Systems division designs and manufactures an extensive range of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft designated for NASA missions to the Moon and Mars, as well as components utilized in the James Webb Space Telescope.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets; we're shaping the future of space exploration. Our Space Systems team is responsible for building everything from complete spacecraft and precision payloads to the essential components and subsystems that enable them to operate successfully in space, such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Having supported over 1,700 missions, our team contributes to a wide range of projects, from interplanetary exploration and in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. We collaborate with esteemed partners, including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U. S. Space Force, to build spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, a constellation, or the integrated components that facilitate launch, our elite Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.

SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER I/II - DIGITAL ENGINEERING

If you are passionate about propelling aerospace technology forward through advanced software solutions, we invite you to apply for the role of Senior Software Engineer I/II within our Digital Engineering team located in Littleton, CO. Join us in our mission to revolutionize access to space.

About Rocket Lab Ltd.

Rocket Lab is an innovative space company committed to making space more accessible. We provide cutting-edge launch services, spacecraft design, and manufacturing solutions that enable vital scientific and commercial missions. Our achievements include launching the Electron rocket and developing the Neutron vehicle for larger payloads, as well as supporting renowned organizations like NASA and the U. S. Space Force.

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