Flight Software Engineer II - Electron

at  Rocket Lab USA

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.
Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• An engineering degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent qualification
• 3+ years of demonstrated applicable experience in embedded software development
• Software development within a Linux environment, specifically embedded applications
• Proficiency in C and C++ languages and development environments
• Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities
• Document management & software systems engineering experience

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as uC/OS or FreeRTOS
• Experience with Embedded Linux, including deployment (e.g. Yocto)
• Experience writing embedded software within a multi-threaded/multi-processor environment
• Proficiency developing embedded software to interface with serial (UART, SPI, 12C) devices
• Experience developing software and drivers with CAN/CAN-FD and/or UDP/TCP within an embedded system
• Experience developing within Python
• Experience working within an agile workflow

Flight software provides critical support to vehicle systems during launch and on orbit, operating launch vehicle and spacecraft avionics, collecting and distributing telemetry and commands, and hosting guidance, navigation and control software and algorithms.
Flight Software Engineers are responsible for creation, maintenance and support of software components, functions or services on the Electron launch vehicle, and associated ground-based communication systems.