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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 19 days Rocket Lab Corporation's roles stay open a median of 42 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Rocket Lab Corporation's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Rocket Lab Corporation
- low 0 stale, 12 reposted of 455 open
- Hiring momentum
- 683 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Rocket Lab Corporation's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Rocket Lab Corporation.
About this role
As a Systems Engineer I/II at Rocket Lab, you will be part of the Space Systems team, responsible for developing and maintaining technical budgets, system requirements, and test planning for spacecraft missions. You will work hands-on with flight hardware and collaborate with team members on design documents and interface specifications, supporting various civil, commercial, and defense programs.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Rocket Lab Corporation as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline)
- Engineering experience in the aerospace industry
- Experience supporting satellite or spacecraft development programs
- U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements
Nice to have
- Master’s or PhD in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline)
- Understanding of key spacecraft subsystems and their associated components
- Thorough understanding of the space environment, orbital mechanics, and rigid body dynamics
- Experience with MATLAB, Python, and STK
- Experience with requirement management tools such as JAMA or DOORS
What you get
- Annual equity grant value based on function, level, experience, and other factors
- Competitive base pay
- Company stock as part of total compensation
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount
- Top-tier medical plans
- Dental and vision coverage
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Role may involve prolonged periods of sitting or standing and exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes
- Base salary range is broad and may vary based on individual qualifications
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Listed by Rocket Lab Corporation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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