Rocket Lab

Senior RF Test Engineer I

Rocket Lab • $124K — $170K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or similar
  • 2+ years of technical experience in Manufacturing, Production, or Process Engineering environments
  • Hands-on experience solving problems in complex manufacturing systems
  • Ability to effectively deliver complex assignments autonomously
  • Foundational knowledge in complex manufacturing processes

Responsibilities

  • Prepare feasibility studies and conduct manufacturing technology R&D projects
  • Partner with Design Engineering to ensure products are designed for manufacturability
  • Engineer and deliver factory processes including design, procurement, installation, and validation
  • Support Development builds to identify and resolve early production issues
  • Own production lines to improve yield and build efficiency
  • Triage failures and conduct technical investigations to resolve issues
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges
  • Drive process improvements across manufacturing and testing

Benefits

  • Company stock as part of total compensation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
  • Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Paid vacation, sick time, and 11 paid holidays
  • Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
  • Paid parental leave, disability, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Additional perks include subsidized EV charging and onsite fitness centers
Full Job Description
SENIOR RF TEST ENGINEER I

We're currently seekingan Senior RF Test Engineer I for our global headquarters in Long Beach, CA. This team is responsible for building the tools and process to test satellite RF subsystems and our line of radio products.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:
  • Develop RF test plans for RF subsystems and payloads.
  • Manage and conduct Acceptance, Qualification and Proto-Flight test programs on RF systems.
  • Design, procure and assemble automated test tools for RF subsystems.
  • Support the design and development of space flight hardware to increase the level of testability and manufacturability
  • Contribute to the development of engineering and business processes, including engineering and test processes, as well as other business processes to support Rocket Lab growth and capability
  • Contribute to the development of engineering best practice areas such as test, design for manufacture and engineering change management.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline
  • 5+ years of experience with RF hardware development and RF testing
  • U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
  • Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems and instrumentation
  • Understanding of designing hardware from concept through production
  • Experience in environmental design testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC
  • Project/program management skills

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.

Anticipated annual equity grant value is designed around function, level, experience, and other factors; realized value depends on vesting and stock-price performance.

Join one of the world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay, you'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package, giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.

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.

Total Compensation (base and equity)

$144,275-$206,175 USD

Base Salary

$124,000-$170,500 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

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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