Senior HITL Engineer

ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. 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 become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. ELECTRON Rocket Lab’s Electron team is responsible for building, testing, and launching our Electron rocket across our launch sites and test facilities in the United States and New Zealand. Electron is one of the world’s most frequently-launched rockets, and our team behind its success are diligent, move fast, and have each others’ back to deliver a reliable rocket to the launch pad time and time again. About the role Based in Auckland, NZ, the Senior HITL Engineer is responsible for designing, maintaining, and operating hardware in the loop (HITL) systems. You will support the Production, Electron, and Neutron organizations, with deliverables required from the business leadership team. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Work within a small team dedicated to designing, operating, and maintaining the avionic test systems to support all of Rocket Lab’s mission from the production floor to the launch operations. Ensure the HITL systems are subjected to an appropriate level of engineering rigor and documentation. Work with other teams to verify the functionality and performance of the Rocket Lab avionics components. Operate launch vehicle simulation platform for Day of Launch operations for specific missions. Work hands-on with test and flight space hardware. Make and maintain accurate technical documentation via system diagrams, schematics, ICDs, procedures, test/anomaly reports. Analyze test results from raw data for pass/fail criteria. Troubleshoot root cause from anomalies and communicate the results and path forward with internal teams, vendors, and customers. Operate and capture data from test equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.). Prioritize, manage, and drive multiple projects at the same time. Work on the HITL standardization processes and automation. Provide technical expertise and training for the more junior HITL team members. YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, electronics, computer science, aerospace engineering, or related field. 8+ years of engineering experience with hardware or software development. Experience with designing and implementing electronics test systems. Experience writing rigorous test procedures. Meticulous with configuration management and documentation. Experience with designing and assembling test racks. THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Master’s or PhD in mechatronics, electronics, computer science, aerospace engineering, or related field. Prior experience working on a HITL test, Avionics test, or Software test team. Ability to understand and create technical documentation via system diagrams, schematics, ICDs, procedures, test/anomaly reports. Prior experience participating to design and acceptance reviews. Theoretical and practical understanding of electronic systems. Strong troubleshooting skills and an aptitude for technical guidance and mentoring of junior engineers. Ability to wo ... (truncated, view full listing at source)