Flight Dynamics Engineer I/II

Rocket Lab - Events

6 days ago

Long Beach, CA

Onsite

Full Time

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About this role

A Flight Dynamics Engineer at Rocket Lab performs trajectory planning, orbital propagation, and mission design for Earth, lunar, and interplanetary missions. The role involves working with flight software and GNC teams, developing simulation tools, and supporting real-time mission operations.

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Space Systems, or Software EngineeringExperience in mission design, flight dynamicsUnderstanding of orbital mechanics, orbit determination theoryMission analysis with STK, Astrogator, GMAT, Monte, Copernicus, or equivalentPython software development

About Rocket Lab - Events

rocketlabcorp.com

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company that delivers reliable launch services, spacecraft, and satellite components. It operates the Electron small launch vehicle and is developing the larger, reusable Neutron rocket, alongside technologies for responsive launches and payload integration (including HASTE and reusable‑rocket capabilities). Rocket Lab also designs and manufactures spacecraft, payloads and components and provides mission and launch services to accelerate customers’ access to orbit. The company’s mission is to provide frequent, cost‑effective access to space to improve life on Earth.