Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we're adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.While other companies talk about it, we do it!About the roleBased out of Rocket Lab's Auckland, NZ office, the GNC Engineer – Mission Design is responsible for general mission design including trajectory design and optimization, auto-sequence planning & design, Monte Carlo analysis, configuration management, and any other mission design, launch operations, verification and validation tasks as required.Key Responsibilities:Assisting with trajectory optimization/design for launch vehicle orbital missions.Assisting with auto sequence design (maneuvers, telemetry, ground station contacts), implementation and verification for orbital flight, stack tests and wet dress rehearsals.Analysis and missionisation of optimised 3DOF trajectories for implementation in 6DOF and flight scenarios.Monte-Carlo analysis pre-flight, launch day and post-flight analysis.Design and verification of spacecraft separation sequences and dynamics.Assisting with all areas of GNC development and maintenance for Electron, Neutron and/or other programmes including:Core GNC R&D (Guidance, Navigation, and Control).Vehicle parameter modelling / prediction and/or configuration control.6DOF simulator design and development.Launch and HITL operations.Essential skills:1+ years of relevant experience.Master's degree or higher in Aerospace Mechatronics or equivalent qualification (Bachelor's degree can be considered for Engineer I level).A thorough fundamental understanding of 3DOF rocket dynamics.A thorough fundamental understanding of orbital mechanics.Experience with optimization for launch-vehicle or spacecraft missions.3+ years of experience.Experience with GMAT or STK.Experience with software development in Python or MATLAB.Experience in development/implementation of a basic 3DOF propagator for LEO, lunar, or interplanetary trajectory from fundamental equations of motion.Rocket Lab Employee Benefits:The opportunity to work on innovative and ground breaking technology.An employee stock purchase program.Access to world leading experts to develop your career.Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks.Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross.Additional parental leave entitlements.A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year.If the above sounds like you, apply now!
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