Senior Firmware Engineer II/Principal (FPGA)

Rocket Lab - Events(1 month ago)

Chantilly, VAOnsiteFull TimeSenior$135,838 - $183,143 (estimated)Space Systems (Optical Systems)

About this role

A Senior Firmware Engineer II/Principal in Rocket Lab’s Optical Systems will develop and validate FPGA-based firmware for electro-optical/infrared space payloads supporting Department of Defense and Intelligence Community customers. The role supports SDA’s Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture using modern FPGA technologies (including Xilinx) and requires close collaboration with hardware and software teams. Positions are based in Tucson, AZ or Chantilly, VA and require an active TS/SCI clearance and appropriate ITAR eligibility.

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Required Skills

FPGA Design
Firmware Design
RTL Coding
Simulation Testing
Hardware Bring-Up
Debugging
Timing Analysis
Automated Testing
Embedded Systems
C Programming

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Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
TS/SCI Security Clearance

About Rocket Lab - Events

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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.