Senior Avionics System Engineer - Electron Flight Safety Systems

Rocketlab • auckland, auckland • Posted July 09, 2026

About the Role

What you'll get to do:

  • Exercise core systems engineering - manage requirements for FSS hardware and software from design through flight, ensuring traceability and standards compliance
  • Develop requirements, verification and control methods for avionics hardware
  • Lead component qualification testing, environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC), and failure investigations
  • Oversee FTS test rigs and procedures used for end-to-end verification at launch sites, including hardware integration and test software
  • Support launch operations by investigating hardware faults, reviewing flight data, and implementing corrective actions
  • Develop processes and tools to automate pre and post flight data analysis, collaborating with Mission Analysis with vehicle simulations
  • Interface with NASA and FAA on certification activities, prepare compliance documentation, and respond to regulatory feedback
  • Drive pr...