Senior Flight Software Engineer - Electron

Rocket Lab
📍 wellington, wellington, New-Zealand 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 23, 2026

Job Description

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions worldwide, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation, climate‑change mitigation, national security, and new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018 and has become one of the most frequently launched rockets. Neutron will be our next reusable 13‑tonne payload‑class rocket. Our space systems business includes satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, and Mars Ingenuity helicopter.

What You’ll Do

The Electron Flight Software (FSW) team is responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting critical software systems for the Electron launch vehicle and kick‑stage. This involves creating software that operates...

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Job Details

  • Location wellington, wellington
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Software Architecture & Engineering
  • Posted Date June 23, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 02, 2026