Rocket Lab

Electrical Engineer I/II

Rocket Lab$83K — $126K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of electrical hardware design experience required for level II
  • Strong background in analog electronics design
  • Proficiency performing circuit analyses in SPICE and Excel
  • Proficiency with basic electronic lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and soldering irons
  • Experience with FPGA and microcontroller design in professional or school environments

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the development and test of avionics hardware for robotics programs
  • Collaborate with engineers across various disciplines
  • Define requirements and engage in the entire electrical hardware development process
  • Perform schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer
  • Conduct circuit analysis including stress and worst-case analysis
  • Execute PCBA design verification testing and system integration testing
  • Provide support for production manufacturing as needed

Benefits

  • Top tier medical HMO, PPO & 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
  • Paid parental leave
  • Disability insurance and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Discounted employee stock purchase program and subsidized EV charging stations
  • Onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts
Full Job Description
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER I/II

Based at Rocket Lab Robotics in Pasadena, CA, the Electrical Engineer I/II you will participate in the development and test of avionics hardware for our robotics programs. You will work collaboratively with engineers of various disciplines and participate in all aspects of electrical hardware development, from requirements definition through design, prototyping, fabrication, testing, and production. We're looking for people who are passionate about robotics electrical hardware design, with a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
  • Gain experience in robotics and motor control applications.
  • Gain experience in FPGA and Micro-Controller applications
  • End to end ownership of Electronic Ground Support Equipment
  • Schematic capture and PCB layout using Altium Designer
  • Circuit analysis, including stress analysis and worst-case analysis
  • PCBA design verification testing and system integration testing
  • Production manufacturing support as needed

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Electrical Engineer I or Electrical Engineer II level)

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS ELECTRICAL ENGINEER I/II:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of electrical hardware design experience required for level II
  • A strong background in analog electronics design
  • Proficiency performing circuit analyses in SPICE and Excel
  • Proficiency with basic electronic lab equipment, such as power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, and soldering irons
  • Experience with FPGA design in a professional or school environment
  • Experience with Microcontroller design in a professional or school environment

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
  • Experience designing for space environments, including radiation impacts and mitigation
  • Proficiency with board bring-up and debug
  • Experience in creation of design verification test plans and test execution
  • Experience in designing for high-reliability aerospace applications
  • Experience designing rigid-flex PCBs and electromechanical design

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • U.S. citizenship required, due to program requirements
  • This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
  • Must be physically able to commute to buildings

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$83,000-$126,000 USD

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a private American aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service provider. The company was founded in 2006 by New Zealander Peter Beck. Rocket Lab's Electron rocket is designed to launch small payloads of up to 300 kg into low Earth orbit. The company has launched several successful missions and has contracts with NASA and other organizations. Rocket Lab has raised over $200 million in funding and has offices in the United States and New Zealand.
Learn more about Rocket Lab
Size
500 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Founded
2006
NASDAQ

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