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Healthcare Engineer
Veterans Health Administration
Tomah, WI
- $50,460 to $116,362 USD / year
The position serves as a Healthcare Engineer at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Healthcare System, VHATOM Medical Center. This position performs project planning, produces designs,…
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Environmental Engineer
National Cemetery Administration
Washington, DC
- $143,913 to $187,093 USD / year
As an Environmental Engineer, you will serve as the agency's senior environmental compliance expert, providing technical leadership and guidance for construction, expansion, and land…
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Civil Engineer
Bureau of Reclamation
Lakewood, CO
- $140,239 to $182,316 USD / year
Advances the state-of-practice in geotechnical engineer through development of design standards, planning studies, dam modifications and safety parameters, and develops methods and the…
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Civil Engineer
Western Area Power Administration
Lakewood, CO
- $106,335 to $142,737 USD / year
As a Civil Engineer, you'll will serve as engineering support in the functional areas of structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, cost estimating, or site development. This…
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Advisory Services Analyst, Consultant Development Program - AI/ML Engineering Track - Multiple Locations
UnitedHealth Group
Eden Prairie, MN
- $60,200 to $107,400 USD / year
…consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to…
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Chemical Engineer
U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Chambersburg, PA
- $46,610 to $133,142 USD / year
…program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET);OR (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and…
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Senior Systems Engineer
Anduril Industries
Costa Mesa, CA
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and…
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Civil Engineer (Hydraulics)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Jacksonville, FL
- $106,437 to $138,370 USD / year
1. Professional registration or licensure - Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the…
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Electrical Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration
Vancouver, WA
- $130,328 to $157,607 USD / year
…(TPP), Reliability Planning/Service Planning/Infrastructure Development Planning/CapabilitiesPlanning…
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Electrical Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration
Vancouver, WA
- $130,328 to $157,607 USD / year
…(TPP), Reliability Planning/Service Planning/Infrastructure Development Planning/CapabilitiesPlanning…
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Electrical Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration
Vancouver, WA
- $87,887 to $140,188 USD / year
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Electrical Engineer
Bonneville Power Administration
Vancouver, WA
- $87,887 to $140,188 USD / year
…(TPP), Reliability Planning/Service Planning/Infrastructure Development Planning/CapabilitiesPlanning…
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Research General Engineer
U.S. Coast Guard
New London, CT
- $120,094 to $156,124 USD / year
You will serve as a/an Research General Engineer in the Technical Division at the Coast Guard Research and Development Center (RDC). You will join a fast-paced, diverse, and collaborative…
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AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC
Customs and Border Protection
Tucson, AZ · Douglas, AZ · Willcox, AZ
- $33 to $38 USD / hour
Performing troubleshooting tests and techniques using a wide variety of test equipment, inspections and auditory tests.
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GENERAL ENGINEER
STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)
Washington Navy Yard, DC
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
You will serve as a GENERAL ENGINEER in the PORTFOLIO ACQUISITION EXECUTIVE of STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS.
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INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER
STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP)
Pittsfield, MA
- $92,344 to $142,755 USD / year
…professional registration, (b) evidence of successfully passing the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) examination; (c) successful completion of at least 60 semester hours of courses in the…
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Federal Project Director
Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Upton, NY
- $148,222 to $197,200 USD / year
Professional registration or licensure -- Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT)1, or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the…
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SUPERVISORY GENERAL ENGINEER
Naval Sea Systems Command
Washington, DC
- $143,913 to $197,200 USD / year
…| You will plan, manage and coordinate various engineering development programs/projects which involve continuous systems monitoring, evaluation, modification, and analysis of other…
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INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER TITLE 5 PERMANENT
Air National Guard Units
Newington, NH
- $101,375 to $131,790 USD / year
1. Professional registration or licensure -- Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT)1, or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the…
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INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER
Naval Air Systems Command
Patuxent River, MD
- $102,415 to $158,322 USD / year
You will serve as a INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER in the Missions Systems Group, Avionics Engineering Department of NAVAIRWARCENAC DIV.
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Super SWE - AI Factory
Jobgether
Remote, United States
- $200,000 to $275,000 USD / year
We are seeking an exceptional, AI-native software engineer to help build the next generation of autonomous engineering systems. In this role, you will develop an internal AI factory,…
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Test Engineer
Elve Inc
Davis, CA
- $85,000 to $125,000 USD / year
A Test engineer at Elve is responsible for the characterization of the performance of Elve products and systems, as well as the design, development, deployment of test and quality…
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Senior Software Engineer - US
IRIS
Remote, United States
We’re looking for an experienced engineer who combines strong hands-on development skills with the ability to take technical ownership and positively influence those around them.
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Principal Analog Design Engineer
Elevate Semiconductor
San Diego, CA
- $175,000 to $240,000 USD / year
As a Principal Analog Design Engineer at Elevate Semiconductor, you will provide technical leadership while remaining deeply hands-on in architecture and circuit design. You will lead the…
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Electrical Engineer II, Advanced Product
Form Energy
Somerville, MA
We're hiring an Electrical Engineer II to design, build, troubleshoot, and test the control systems and test assets that support development of our next generation of iron-air batteries. As…

Rocket Lab Corporation

Senior Spacecraft GNC Engineer II

Long Beach, CA, United States

$162,000 - $270,000 USD

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Pay: $162,000 - $270,000 USD
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 30, 2026

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ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we’re not just launching rockets - we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it’s a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space - our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.

SENIOR SPACECRAFT GUIDANCE NAVIGATION AND CONTROL (GNC) ENGINEER II

Based out of Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior Spacecraft GNC Engineer II is responsible for leading GNC and ADCS development for Rocket Lab’s growing fleet of diverse spacecraft. You will demonstrate a firm grasp of spacecraft GNC concepts and applications. You will work with all facets of the engineering life cycle: spacecraft concept and algorithm development, flight software implementation, subsystem requirements development, detailed GNC design, subsystem integration & test (I&T), and vehicle I&T. You will be responsible for planning and maintaining the development schedule to support the Space Systems Software organization in executing leading edge programs and products. You will work closely with related teams, including Systems, Avionics, Flight Software, Mission Operations, and Ground Software. You will also directly interact with customers to ensure mission success.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Mentor a team responsible for GNC design, modeling, and analysis for a wide variety of spacecraft and space missions to include LEO, MEO, GEO, Lunar, Interplanetary, Reentry, and RPOD
Design of flight software, algorithms, and simulation product
Development of spacecraft autonomy tools for constellation management
GNC component selection and GNC subsystem design
Test process development and execution
Define fault detection and response
Hardware-in-the-loop and Monte Carlo simulation
Integration of flight and simulation software with modern analysis, test, and operations tools
Support internal and external design reviews
Work with department leads and program managers to plan and maintain team schedule and milestones and report technical status
Coordinate with teams in Denver, Colorado and New Zealand

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS SENIOR SPACECRAFT GNC ENGINEER II:

BS and 8+ years of industry experience in GNC/ADCS
Prior experience directly interfacing with aerospace customers in the commercial or government sectors
U.S citizenship is required, due to program requirements

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

MS or PhD
Active Secret or TS Security Clearance
2+ years of RPOD design and operations experience
Experience in Jira planning and workflow
Prior experiencing mentoring a team of younger engineers
Hands-on experience with IMU, reaction wheels, star trackers, gyroscopes, and other GNC hardware
Experience developing blended attitude solutions from a variety of sensor data
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and verifying flight software
Demonstrated experience with spacecraft on-orbit operations and anomaly resolution
Prior experience leading a team across a project lifecycle (not necessarily a spacecraft, not necessarily a whole GNC system)
Prior experience working multiple projects simultaneously and determining priorities for a team
Experience with GNC-related Business Development or conceptual design work

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas. Join one of the world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay, you'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package, giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$162,000 - $270,000 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

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