Senior Space Software Sales Engineer I/II

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.  

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. 

Business Development

Rocket Lab’s Business Development team is responsible for connecting customers across government and commercial sectors with our industry leading mission solutions spanning launch and space systems. They work closely with new and existing customers to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions to deliver their missions. Building and maintaining relationships with customers and internally with engineering and operations teams is at the core of our Business Development team. They have their fingers on the pulse of the space industry and are driven to deliver results for our customers and our business.

SENIOR SPACE SOFTWARE SALES ENGINEER I/II

Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Littleton, CO, the Senior Space Software Sales Engineer I/II is a key interface between Rocket Lab’s space software customers, and the engineering and management teams. You will support the Business Development organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Senior Space Software Sales Engineer I or Senior Space Software Sales Engineer II level)

What You’Ll Get To Do:

• Work with the engineering team to provide technical support to customers
• Develop interactive product demonstrations of Rocket Lab’s space software products
• Generate proposals for new business opportunities in collaboration with the business development and engineering teams
• Lead efforts to attract new business to the company’s established products
• Work with the business development team to monitor business performance, forecast demand, and present to the Finance and Executive teams
• Collaborate with the Communications and Business Development teams in generating marketing materials
• Lead efforts to improve and standardize customer-facing product technical documentation
• Remain current on the latest satellite competitive landscape, customer demand trends, and market to support forecasting of component sales, support pricing, support new product development, and provide support for the Space Systems product and services roadmap
• Monitor product costs to inform pricing decisions and design/process trades
• Travel to relevant conferences and customer locations to lead component business development activities

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS SENIOR SPACE SOFTWARE SALES ENGINEER I:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• 5+ years of professional experience in an engineering role within the aerospace industry

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS SENIOR SPACE SOFTWARE SALES ENGINEER II:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other technical discipline
• 8+ years of professional experience in an engineering role within the aerospace industry

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience developing software for autonomous vehicles operating in harsh environments, such as satellites
• Experience with satellite operations
• Proficiency in C++, Python or similar programming languages
• Highly organized and able to solve problems independently, with strong attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members having diverse skillsets and expertise
• Ability to communicate complex issues in a digestible manner for customers, staff, and executives
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Sales management experience and familiarity with diverse business functions such as sales, marketing, public relations, finance, and operations
• Extensive awareness of current commercial and government satellite programs
• Experience working with dynamic, geographically disperse teams on fast-paced projects
• Readily takes ownership and action on challenges, and steps up to manage tough situations while encouraging colleagues and direct reports to do the same
• Practiced with the use of customer relationship management software
• Master’s degree in aerospace engineering or related engineering field (electrical, mechanical, computer science, etc.)

Additional Requirements:

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
• Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. 

Base salary is only one part of Rocket Lab’s compensation package for this role. You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, and can purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab’s Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; paid parental leave; and other discounts and perks.  

Base Pay Range (CO Only)$125,000—$185,000 USD

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.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. 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.