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# Avionics Test Engineer II

- **Company:** Rocket Lab
- **Location:** Long Beach, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $83,200 - $114,400
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Computer Programming, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** November 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/avionics-test-engineer-ii-long-beach-ca--852d2d82-718d-4468-a18b-423a30052607

## About the Role

Avionics, Testing, Manufacturing, Wheel/Front-End Loader, Avionics, Testing, Leadership, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Test Design, * Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline

 * 2+ years of experience with electronics test engineering, spacecraft systems engineering, or hardware development
 * Understanding of electrical test equipment, test procedures, data acquisition systems, and instrumentation
 * US citizenship is required, due to program requirements, * Master's or PhD in engineering (software, computer, electrical, aerospace, mechanical, or other technical engineering discipline)
 * Understanding of how the various satellite subsystems function and interact with the whole vehicle
 * Programming experience in Python
 * Understanding of designing hardware from concept through production
 * Experience in environmental design testing, such as vibration, shock, thermal, and TVAC
 * Experience working in a hardware or spacecraft production environment

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

## Description

Based out of Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Avionics Test Engineer II is responsible for the design, test, and integration of the electrical systems and electronics that form the backbone of our Space Systems missions. You will support the Space Systems organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

 * Develop test plans and programs in support of space flight hardware and systems development
 * Manage and conduct Acceptance, Qualification and Proto-Flight test programs
 * Develop automated test hardware and test platforms in support of test programs
 * Support the design and development of space flight hardware to increase the level of design for testability and manufacturability
 * Support the analysis of COTS component test levels against mission environmental test requirements
 * Contribute to the development of engineering and business processes, including engineering and test processes, as well as other business processes to support Rocket Lab growth and capability
 * Contribute to the development of engineering best practice areas such as test, design for manufacture and engineering change