Avionics Engineer II - Test

AVIONICS ENGINEER II - TEST As an Avionics Engineer II - Test, you will be planning and executing test campaigns for avionics and power electronic systems, including hands‑on troubleshooting, failure analysis, and developing automated test tools using programming languages like Python and C/C++. What You'll Get To Do Plan, develop, and execute test campaigns for avionics components and subsystems, including high‑voltage and power electronic systems. Collaborate with design engineers and customers to generate and document test requirements. Perform hands‑on troubleshooting during component bring‑up, integration, and operations. Conduct root‑cause failure investigations and implement corrective actions. Develop and verify analytical and empirical models for electrical systems. Design and implement automated test architectures and data analysis tools. Write automation software (Python, C/C++) for test equipment and data acquisition. Support the design and development of electronic circuits and assemblies for automated testing. Review and analyze system‑level test data from integrated testing and launch campaigns. Provide guidance and support to production technicians and manufacturing engineers. Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and training materials. Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures. You'll Bring These Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field. 4+ years of experience in hardware development or electronics test engineering. Hands‑on experience with instrumentation and sensors (oscilloscopes, power supplies, accelerometers, thermocouples, RTDs, 4‑20 mA sensors). Experience conducting aerospace environmental testing (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC). Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills for electronic hardware. Proficiency with electrical test equipment and data acquisition systems. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, autonomous, and collaborative environment. Excellent communication and documentation skills. These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have Experience designing hardware from concept through to production. 3+ years of programming experience in Python, C, C++, or Matlab. Experience with FPGA‑based systems and high‑voltage electronics. Familiarity with PCB design tools (Altium, Eagle, KiCAD, etc.). Experience developing automated test equipment and data analysis tools. Knowledge of root cause analysis methodologies such as FMECA. Prior experience in the aerospace or space systems industry. Experience supporting production lines and training technicians. What To Expect We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out‑think, out‑work, and out‑pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way. Important Information FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here. 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A response to your request may take up to two business days. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr