Senior Spacecraft Operations Engineer

Rocket Lab is an end‑to‑end space company dedicated to delivering responsive launch services, spacecraft design, and satellite manufacturing. Our Electron rocket is a high‑frequency launcher and we are developing the medium‑lift Neutron vehicle and a wide range of spacecraft components.

About the Role

The Senior Spacecraft Operations Engineer will base at the Auckland Production Complex, responsible for operating and designing the operations process for a growing fleet of satellites—from LEO constellations to deep‑space missions. You will shape automation, software, and mission success from concept to re‑entry.

What You’ll Do

• Command and operate spacecraft with automation at the core.
• Develop and test ground and flight software for long‑term missions.
• Build robust operational scripts and telemetry/FDIR configurations.
• Lead validation using simulation tools (HITL, flatsat).
• Support spacecraft through...