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Rocket Lab is seeking a Manager for the Neutron Software team. This role involves leading the Neutron Software team and serving as the technical point of contact for Neutron software development and deployment activities. The Manager will oversee vehicle Flight Software, Tooling, and indirectly manage terrestrial and ground systems software sub-teams. This position requires close collaboration with GNC and HITL teams.
  • Oversight and guidance of team members’ individual projects
  • Providing feedback during design and review
  • Proactive career development of staff
  • Fostering a high-performance culture based on ownership, empowerment, and individual accountability
  • Mediation on business priority, resource and risk
Requirements:
  • Master’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of relevant Software Engineering experience
  • 2+ years of direct leadership experience, including mentorship and performance management
  • 2+ years of 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++
Rocket Lab offers:
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology
  • A collaborative and driven engineering team
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Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems, building rockets and satellites that enable vital space missions. Since 2018, its Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit, and the company is developing Neutron, a reusable rocket for future mega constellations. Rocket Lab's space systems division produces satellites and components used in various missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope and NASA's Psyche Mission, serving commercial, government, and defense sectors.