Spacecraft GNC Engineer II
Rocket LabLong Beach, California, United States
Posted May 28, 2026
115000 - 140000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more.
Job Description
Rocket Lab is seeking a Spacecraft GNC Engineer II to lead GNC and ADCS development for the company's growing fleet of diverse spacecraft. The role involves designing flight software, algorithms, and simulation products, as well as working with related teams to ensure mission success.
Requirements
- BS and 2+ years of industry experience in GNC/ADCS
- Prior experience directly interfacing with aerospace customers in the commercial or government sectors
- U.S citizenship is required, due to program requirements
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
- and other discounts