SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER II Rocket Lab Optical Systems solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance challenges for Department of Defense and Intelligence Community customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Rocket Lab Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains.
As a Senior Software Engineer II for Rocket Lab Optical Systems in Chantilly, VA, you will design flight software in support of spacecraft for Tranche 3 of the U.S. Space Development Agency's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture.
WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:- Play a key role supporting the development of payload flight software for our Space Systems programs
- Focus on deployment of novel algorithms into austere environments on Size/Weight/Power constrained sensor systems
- Participate in all aspects of software design and development starting with requirements generation and following through implementation, testing, deployment
- Drive core software fundamentals of performance-oriented programming leveraging a variety of accelerator technologies
- Be part of a team of driven pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER II:- Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering,
- 8+ years of experience in embedded software engineering experience
- Experience in designing complex multithreaded application
- Experience designing flight software
- Ability to obtain and maintain an U.S. Government security clearance
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:- Familiarity with high-performance and parallel processing
- Exposure to novel architectures including FPGA, CUDA, etc.
- Familiarity with flight software system management
- Experience with algorithm implementation
- Exposure to Python and MATLAB is highly desired
- Familiarity with numerical computing principles
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.
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state of Virginia's pay transparency requirements. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Base salary is only one part of Rocket Lab's compensation package for this role. You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, and can purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.
Base Pay Range (VA Only)
$143,300-$214,850 USD
