manager software engineering Engineering Manager hybrid

About this role

Rocket Lab is hiring a manager-level Engineering Manager in the software engineering function based in Long Beach, CA. The posting calls out experience with Git, Machine Learning.

Role
Engineering Manager
Function
software engineering
Level
manager
Track
hybrid
Employment
Full-time
Location
Long Beach, CA
Department
2241 Neutron - Avionics

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Job description

from Rocket Lab careers

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.

THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY IN AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND WITH RELOCATION PROVIDED.

Are you ready to make a profound impact on the space industry? At Rocket Lab, we’re looking for a visionary leader to take the reins of flight software development for Neutron, our new, reusable rocket that’s redefining space access for Rocket Lab and the planet.

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