Rocket Lab
Manager – Neutron Software - IN NEW ZEALAND (Relocation provided)
Rocket Lab, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
Overview
Manager – Neutron Software – IN NEW ZEALAND (Relocation provided). Location: Auckland, New Zealand. Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – with the goal of opening access space. We are developing Neutron, Rocket Lab’s upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that support NASA missions and components used on high-profile space projects. Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team designs and develops world-class rockets and spacecraft, with engineers spanning design, analysis, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, assembly and integration, quality control, engineering documentation, and more. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: The Neutron Software Manager is the people leader for the Neutron Software team and the technical point of contact for all Neutron software development and deployment activities. This includes vehicle Flight Software, Tooling, and indirect management of terrestrial software and ground systems software sub-teams. A close working relationship with GNC and HITL teams is also a key dimension of this role. Leadership responsibilities include oversight and guidance of team members’ projects, providing clear feedback during design and review, pro-active career development of staff, and fostering a high-performance culture based on ownership, empowerment, and accountability. The successful candidate will be highly organized, with a bias for forward planning and the ability to deliver a varied work program against challenging milestones, including mediation on business priority, resource and risk. Qualifications
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or demonstrated equivalent level of knowledge 5+ years of relevant Software Engineering experience 2+ years direct leadership experience including mentorship, career development, and performance management 2+ years program or project management experience Experience with deployment and CI tooling Experience with data processing and data engineering Proficiency in Git and working with issue trackers Experience with a system language such as C++ THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Experience with highly reliable software systems Experience with requirements-driven software design Good understanding of GNC principles Experience with Machine Learning Experience with Bazel YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW: If the above sounds like you, apply now. What to Expect
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. This requires hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and commitment to achieving what others deem impossible. We pride ourselves on supporting one another, checking egos at the door, and delivering under pressure. Export and Compliance
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or otherwise eligible for required authorizations. ITAR information applies. See policy for ITAR compliance. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers. Checks may include nationality/status eligibility to access equipment and data regulated by ITAR and related regulations. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is required. Rocket Lab is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Applicants may be asked to provide information about citizenships, visas, and right to work to comply with export controls. If hired, you may need to provide verification of your right to work in New Zealand. Apply for this job
To apply, please provide the required information and attach your resume/CV as directed in the application form.
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Manager – Neutron Software – IN NEW ZEALAND (Relocation provided). Location: Auckland, New Zealand. Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – with the goal of opening access space. We are developing Neutron, Rocket Lab’s upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that support NASA missions and components used on high-profile space projects. Engineering is at the heart of Rocket Lab. Our engineering team designs and develops world-class rockets and spacecraft, with engineers spanning design, analysis, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, assembly and integration, quality control, engineering documentation, and more. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: The Neutron Software Manager is the people leader for the Neutron Software team and the technical point of contact for all Neutron software development and deployment activities. This includes vehicle Flight Software, Tooling, and indirect management of terrestrial software and ground systems software sub-teams. A close working relationship with GNC and HITL teams is also a key dimension of this role. Leadership responsibilities include oversight and guidance of team members’ projects, providing clear feedback during design and review, pro-active career development of staff, and fostering a high-performance culture based on ownership, empowerment, and accountability. The successful candidate will be highly organized, with a bias for forward planning and the ability to deliver a varied work program against challenging milestones, including mediation on business priority, resource and risk. Qualifications
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or demonstrated equivalent level of knowledge 5+ years of relevant Software Engineering experience 2+ years direct leadership experience including mentorship, career development, and performance management 2+ years program or project management experience Experience with deployment and CI tooling Experience with data processing and data engineering Proficiency in Git and working with issue trackers Experience with a system language such as C++ THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Experience with highly reliable software systems Experience with requirements-driven software design Good understanding of GNC principles Experience with Machine Learning Experience with Bazel YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW: If the above sounds like you, apply now. What to Expect
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. This requires hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and commitment to achieving what others deem impossible. We pride ourselves on supporting one another, checking egos at the door, and delivering under pressure. Export and Compliance
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or otherwise eligible for required authorizations. ITAR information applies. See policy for ITAR compliance. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers. Checks may include nationality/status eligibility to access equipment and data regulated by ITAR and related regulations. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is required. Rocket Lab is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Applicants may be asked to provide information about citizenships, visas, and right to work to comply with export controls. If hired, you may need to provide verification of your right to work in New Zealand. Apply for this job
To apply, please provide the required information and attach your resume/CV as directed in the application form.
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