RF Test Engineer II

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, separati...

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 Develop...

We’re currently seeking an RF Test Engineer II for our global headquarters in Long Beach, CA. This team is responsible for building the tools and process to test satellite RF subsystems and our line of radio products.

Develop RF test plans for RF subsystems and payloads.
Manage and conduct Acceptance, Qualification and Proto-Flight test programs on RF systems.
Design, procure and assemble automated test tools for RF subsystems.
Support the design and development of space flight hardware to increase the level of testability and manufacturability
Contribute to the development of engineering and business processes, including engineering and test processes, as well as other business processes to support Rocket Lab growth and capability
Contribute to the development of engineering best practice areas such as test, design for manufacture and engineering change management.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related technical discipline
2+ years of experience with RF hardware development and RF testing 
U.S. citizenship is required, due to program requirements
Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems and instrumentation
Understanding of designing hardware from concept through production
Experience in environmental design testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC
Project/program management skills

Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO