Senior Network Software Engineer II

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Rocket Lab Corporation
Full time
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USA
11/14/2026
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Long Beach, CA

Responsibilities

Manage software development and integration of routers, radios, and laser communication devices across a spacecraft constellation.
Manage suppliers and subcontractors and coordinate with consultants and internal engineering teams to meet program milestones.
Develop product development plans, progress updates, staffing plans, contractor KPIs, and feature-drop schedules.
Design and develop simulation and test approaches for constellation networking and plan major integration points between teams.
Establish software development standards and procedures and drive feedback-based process improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, aerospace engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
8+ years of relevant industry experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of network software and the software development lifecycle.
Experience using Jira for software development management.
Experience with systems engineering methods including systems trades, requirements management, performance characterization, and interface management.
Active Secret security clearance, eligibility to obtain TS/SCI clearance, and U.S. citizenship due to program requirements.
Preferred qualifications include a relevant master’s degree, TS/SCI clearance, spacecraft or RF experience, SDA NEBULA architecture experience, cybersecurity controls and encryption experience, team leadership, project management qualifications such as PMP or APMP, and experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and DevSecOps.

Benefits

Company stock and an Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including HMO, PPO, and zero-cost HDHP options with HSA contributions.
Paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) with company match.
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts, subsidized EV charging, fitness centers where available, discounted gym memberships, snacks and beverages, and employee discounts.
Full-time position based at Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, California.

Salary: $151k - $227k/yr

Rocket Lab Corporation

Rocket Lab Corporation pioneers the next generation of spaceflight, delivering reliable, cost‑effective launch services that enable rapid access to orbit for a wide range of customers. By combining innovative engineering with a focus on rapid development and operational excellence, the company ex...

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