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Senior Electrical Engineer II

Rocket Lab Corporation
Location
Chantilly, VA
Posted
16 days ago
Department
106 OS - Design Engineering
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline
  • 8+ years of electrical hardware design experience
  • Able to develop 'blank sheet of paper' design concepts
  • Experience in PCBA design with FPGAs
  • Knowledge with processors, FPGAs, switch mode power supplies, communication interfaces and analog instrumentation
  • A strong background in analog electronics design
Nice to have
  • Master’s or PhD in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline
  • Proficiency with basic electronic lab equipment such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, soldering irons, etc.
  • Experience designing electronics for space environments, including radiation impacts and mitigation including SEU/SEL impact and mitigation
  • Experience designing for high-reliability aerospace applications including TVAC, Shock, Vibe, etc.
  • Experience with EMI/EMC testing
What the job really is

As a Senior Electrical Engineer II at Rocket Lab, you will develop and test avionics hardware for electro-optical systems, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams throughout the hardware development lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include designing complex electronics, developing requirements, conducting verification testing, and mentoring junior engineers. This role is pivotal in advancing sensor capabilities for various space missions.

Benefits
  • Base salary range of $134,300 — $201,350 USD
  • Eligibility for company stock or cash incentives
  • Discounted stock purchase through Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan options
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
Things to weigh
  • No specific technologies or tools mentioned beyond Altium Designer and SPICE, which may indicate a focus on traditional methods
  • The role requires U.S. citizenship due to government regulations, which may limit candidate pool
  • The position involves working in a fast-paced environment, which may not suit everyone
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