Rocket Lab · 13 hours ago
Senior Digital Payload Engineer I/II Pipeline
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $190K/yr
5+ years expRocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. They are seeking a Senior Digital Payload Engineer I/II who will be responsible for developing new digital payload products, including modems and processors, from initial concept through production.
AerospaceSoftwareManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Define and maintain requirements specifications
Architect the digital product design
Support the development process, ensuring key design decisions and developments are in alignment with the required product capabilities
Design and prototype the digital product including component selection and PCB layout / fabrication / packaging
Support the development of test plans and procedures
Support the design and development of GSE and production automation
Support the development of product documentation including ICDs and User Manuals
Liaise with Test Engineers and Manufacturing Engineers to drive New Product Introduction
Review proposals and requirements specifications to assess compliance based on existing unit capabilities vs development needs
Scope and drive development activities for new requirements
Support engineering reviews such as PDRs, CDRs and TRRs
Provide technical support to internal/external customers including general questions and anomaly troubleshooting
Maintain broad awareness of product development and production schedules to ensure the needs of customers and programs are satisfied
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science; or other engineering discipline
5+ years of experience in space electronics with technical expertise in high speed serial interfaces (SPI, PCIe, Ethernet), system on chips, microcontrollers, and digital signal processing
Experience in developing and delivering a digital product including assessing requirements, prototyping engineering models, and producing space worthy products
Detailed knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and communication theory
U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science; or other engineering discipline
8+ years of experience in space electronics with technical expertise in high speed serial interfaces (SPI, PCIe, Ethernet), system on chips, microcontrollers, and digital signal processing
Experience in developing and delivering a digital product including assessing requirements, prototyping engineering models, and producing space worthy products
Detailed knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms and communication theory
U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements
Preferred
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
Deep experience in various modems and familiarity with latest modem components
Extensive experience in space grade board design including parts selection and performance simulation for high-speed digital and mixed signal circuits
Extensive experience in circuit analyses including timing analysis and physical constraints
Extensive experience supporting and leading complex engineering programs and developing associated documentation; demonstrated code design for re-usability, maintainability, and scalability
Experience designing, integrating, and testing communications systems for launch vehicles or satellites
Experience leading incident management and investigations
The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Effective communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships
Project management experience
Benefits
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
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
Discounted employee stock purchase program
Subsidized EV charging stations
Onsite gym
Food and drinks
Other discounts
Company
Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is an aerospace company that provides launch services, spacecraft design, and manufacturing of satellite components.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.98BKey Investors
Canadian Space AgencyU.S. Department of CommerceTrinity Capital
2025-12-09Grant
2025-09-15Post Ipo Equity· $750M
2024-11-25Grant· $23.9M
Leadership Team
Adam Spice
Chief Financial Officer
Frank Klein
Chief Operations Officer
Recent News
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