RF Systems Engineer I - Operations

Rocketlab

Full-time Operations & Business Administration
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Location
auckland, auckland, New-Zealand
Posted
July 08, 2026

Job Description

About the Role

As an RF Systems Engineer I – Operations , you will play a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness of launch vehicle TT&C (Telemetry, Tracking & Command) systems and their supporting ground stations.

Working closely with RF, GNC, Flight Software, and Operations teams, you will help define mission TT&C strategies, manage space-to-ground interfaces, and verify that communications systems are fully prepared to support mission success.

This is a hands‑on, mission‑focused role where your work directly contributes to launch readiness and post‑flight analysis.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Mission Planning & TT&C Strategy

  • Review mission requirements, trajectories, and link analyses to define optimal operational TT&C configurations
  • Support development of TT&C plans for non-standard missions
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with GNC, Flight Software, and Operations team...