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Job Description At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. We support the development of new detection capabilities that use a variety of remote sensing methodologies (EO/IR, Radar, Lidar, Chemical/Biological sensors, etc.). We are seeking outstanding applicants for our Optical Systems Engineer position in Tucson, Arizona. The successful candidate will develop and execute scientific and engineering research projects which typically involve applying fundamental understanding of optical phenomena related to various sensor systems, developing performance models, designing optical hardware, and using basic mathematical methods to solve scientific and engineering problems. This position is be based in our Tucson, AZ office and is a non-supervisory, exempt, full-time role. Primary responsibilities: • Design, models, integrates, and tests airborne optical sensor systems including visible/EO and IR cameras, LIDAR systems, and optical test equipment., • Develop test software for control of prototype EO systems, test automation, and flight testing. Works in conjunction with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and software engineers, toprovide integrated design solutions for Areté’s customers., • Business development, requirements development, concept and detailed design, presentation to customer at SRR, PDR, CDR, assembly, integration, and field testing., • Mentorship and direction of work for more junior employees is also expected., • Develop and apply imaging sensor performance models, • Analyze data, algorithms, and their interaction to improve algorithm performance, • Sub-system and system level testing, including test design, automation and reporting:, • Visible CMOS sensor testing, • Mid-wave IDECA testing, • Lens MTF testing, • Vibe and thermal testing, • Interact with system and sensor designers to improve hardware, • Present major sections of materials to customers at design reviews and other Technical Interchange Meetings, • May support outdoor field tests with occasional travel Health & Wellness: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Vision Reimbursement, • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions, • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), • Flexible Scheduling, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges, • Integrity and responsibility in all actions, • Collaboration across teams and specialties, • Responsiveness in fast-paced environments, • Bachelor’s or Master’s in optical engineering strongly preferred; physics or other fields will be considered if there is relevant experience – applicant must have strong optics background., • Understanding of optical imaging systems, light propagation, radiometry, MTF testing, • Experience with scientific programming in LabVIEW, Matlab, Python, or similar languages to support test and automation of test, • Data acquisition and instrument control using LabVIEW, • Strong analytical skills demonstrated through in-depth physics-based modeling and data analysis, • Strong education in fundamental optics is required, • Demonstrated experience with optical test is required, • Proclivity towards systems engineering techniques and process, • Intellectual curiosity and desire for continuous learning, • Infrared imaging experience including system design, modeling and test, • Experience with large format (16MP+) cryogenically cooled IR IDECAs, • Experience developing custom IR lenses, • Experience with Fast Scan Mirrors, • Zemax or similar optical design software, • Senior Optical Systems Engineer: $150,000 - $180,000 [minimum experience of BS+9 years, MS+7 years, or PhD+4 years] Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our main focus is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities to support national security. Rincon Research Corporation is looking for a DevSecOps Engineer to develop advanced secure cloud computing solutions for complex national security and defense challenges in signal processing, geolocation, and communication. You will create and maintain secure, reliable, and scalable infrastructure that supports mission-critical applications for front-line customer facilities, providing actionable intelligence that has a direct, measurable impact on national security missions. You'll work in a multidisciplinary R&D environment alongside talented and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional setting. At RRC, you'll be involved throughout the entire system lifecycle—from architecture and development to deployment, operations, and maintenance. You'll receive direct feedback from customers and see your contributions make a tangible difference in the real world. We foster innovation: you're encouraged to suggest improvements to the applications, frameworks, and security posture of the systems you oversee. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the DevSecOps Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and delivering applications to front-line customer facilities. You craft effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key duty is staying current with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies, as well as experimenting with new technologies to bring innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC team members can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and testing, deployment and operations & maintenance, gaining direct mission feedback from customers and seeing your work make a meaningful impact. You are encouraged and expected to suggest improvements for the applications and frameworks you work on. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to self-initiator is essential. What required background will make you successful? • Experience with Linux system administration, • AWS Cloud Certification, • Experience installing and administering Kubernetes, Longhorn, and enterprise scale cloud applications, • Security+ Certification, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred skills: • Agile development processes, • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation seeks a Database/Web Engineer to create cutting edge software and cloud computing solutions to challenging national security and defense signal processing, geolocation, and communication problems. You will work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly skilled and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the Advanced Database/Web Engineer position? Core responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of data systems with both web and database components, analyzing and maintaining existing databases and web interfaces, and adding new features to operational systems. This will include implementing signal processing and other algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, providing applications to front-line customer facilities, and creating effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, • Minimum 8 years' experience in software engineering-related discipline, • Proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability, • Proficient in C++ and Python in LINUX environments, • Proficient in SQL and/or NoSQL, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, • Demonstrated ability to design software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred background: • Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks including Vue, React, Angular, • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Agile development processes, • Ability to mentor other engineers and provide technical advice to project leaders, • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position is located at our Centennial, CO office or our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan Compensation: Starts at $138,000 + benefits. Total compensation is based on qualifications and experience. • Please note this range is specific to employees working in Colorado. Salary ranges for remote candidates working outside of Colorado can be subject to regionalized compensation based on their respective work location.

Job Description At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join our team designing, building, and testing electro-optic mechanical stabilized systems. The Systems Engineer will execute multiple aspects of the systems engineering discipline, to include requirements decomposition into software/hardware functions, system performance analysis and trade studies, oversight of software/hardware development and system integration and test activities to ensure system requirements closure. The systems engineer will interact with the development teams, production teams, program leadership, and customer regarding technical considerations, risks, and issue closure associated with our programs capabilities. This position will be based in our Tucson, AZ office and is classified as a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position. We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer: Health & Wellness: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Vision Reimbursement, • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions, • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), • Flexible Scheduling, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges, • Integrity and responsibility in all actions, • Collaboration across teams and specialties, • Responsiveness in fast-paced environments, • Eligible to obtain and hold a Top Secret clearance., • Hands on knowledge for precision assemblies and testing of hardware., • Develop detailed test plans and procedures, ensuring all necessary equipment and resources are available., • Create and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, architectures, and troubleshooting procedures., • Candidate will be responsible for requirements derivation, requirements traceability, systems integration & test, performance verification., • Coordinate and conduct system integration testing to ensure compatibility and performance., • Document findings, generate test reports, and present results to stakeholders., • Presenting engineering material in life cycle design reviews., • Support test events at multiple test event sites., • Candidate will be responsible for Concept of Operations (CONOPS) development and design., • Candidate will play an active role in troubleshooting system level failures amongst a diverse team of engineers and technicians., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate hardware and software components into a cohesive system., • Support test events at multiple test event sites., • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a related field., • 9+ yrs. experience with BS/BA, • 7+ yrs. experience with MS/MA, • Jama for Requirements and Test Management, • Ability to write scripts for test automation and data analysis, • Experience with project management methodologies and tools like Agile, Scrum Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Job Description Overview: This role focuses on backend development and integrations for building and maintaining enterprise data warehouses and data lakes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of data architecture, ETL pipelines, and integration technologies, ensuring seamless data flow and accessibility across the organization. Key Responsibilities: · Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems to support data warehousing and data lake initiatives. · Build and optimize ETL/ELT processes to extract, transform, and load data from various sources into centralized data repositories. · Develop and implement integration solutions for seamless data exchange between systems, applications, and platforms. · Collaborate with data architects, analysts, and other stakeholders to define and implement data models, schemas, and storage solutions. · Ensure data quality, consistency, and security by implementing best practices and monitoring frameworks. · Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines and systems to ensure high availability and performance. · Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in data engineering and integration to recommend improvements and innovations. · Document technical designs, processes, and standards for the team and stakeholders. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered. · Proven experience as a Data Engineer with 5 or more years of experience; or in a similar backend development role. · Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. · Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools and frameworks (e.g., Apache Airflow, Talend, Informatica, etc.). · Extensive knowledge of relational and non-relational databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB). · Expertise in building and managing enterprise data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery) and data lakes (e.g., AWS S3, Azure Data Lake). · Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their data services. · Experience with API integrations and data exchange protocols (e.g., REST, SOAP, JSON, XML). · Solid understanding of data governance, security, and compliance standards. · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. · Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Preferred Qualifications: · Certifications in cloud platforms (AWS Certified Data Analytics, Azure Data Engineer, etc.) · Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Apache Hadoop, Spark, Kafka). · Knowledge of data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) for supporting downstream analytics. · Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins). Please note: Relocation assistance will not be available for this position.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER I/II - SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Senior Systems Engineer I/II based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors. To be successful in this role, you must apply engineering best practices to ensure the success of complex missions in pioneering space projects. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Design, integrate, and develop space-based optical instruments, subsystems, and payloads for airborne and space platforms, • Define, allocate, and manage technical requirements for space systems, • Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development process and address potential conflicts or issues., • Lead requirements definition, allocation, and traceability across the development lifecycle, • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system design descriptions, ICDs, CONOPs, and test plans, • Generate technical reports and presentations to communicate findings, progress, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners, • Provide technical management of project requirements, system architecture, system interfaces, mission assurance guidelines, and system compliance, • Support the development and testing of space payloads to be integrated on spacecraft platforms, • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of exquisite payloads, • Support hardware and software development teams with system-level test planning, debugging, integration, and execution of verification test procedures; analyze data and recommend design refinements, • Lead hardware and software V&V activities to confirm alignment with program and customer requirements, • Provide technical oversight of system architecture, interfaces, mission assurance, and compliance, • Participate in technical interchange meetings and represent the organization in project discussions, • Support the development, testing, and delivery of space payloads; assess and mitigate technical risks, • Mentor other engineers on technical topics and V&V methodologies, • Ability to support travel or off-site work, as needed, • Perform other duties as assigned (Please note: this position can be hired at the Senior Systems Engineer I or Senior Systems Engineer II level) QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER I: • Bachelor's degree in systems or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline, • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • 5+ years of engineering experience; with 3+ years directly supporting development projects and 2+ years in project or team leadership, • Demonstrable experience in systems engineering, with a strong focus on developing, testing, and integrating with space or airborne instruments, • Experience with requirements management and modeling tools such as JAMA, Doors, or Cameo, • Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle from requirements development through systems operations and maintenance, • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++, Visual Basic, or other software development languages and tools, • Proficiency in system modeling and analysis tools such as Cameo, MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent, • A strong knowledge of how to interpret organizational, software and hardware technical documents, • Experience with space environments and testing regimes (vibe, shock, radiation, thermal, EMI, corrosion, etc.), • Excellent task management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints, • Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communications protocols, • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulations, and practices QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER II: • Bachelor's degree in systems or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline, • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • 8+ years of engineering experience; with 5+ years directly supporting development projects and 3+ years in project or team leadership, • Demonstrable experience in systems engineering, with a strong focus on developing, testing, and integrating with space or airborne instruments, • Experience with requirements management and modeling tools such as JAMA, Doors, or Cameo, • Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle from requirements development through systems operations and maintenance, • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++, Visual Basic, or other software development languages and tools, • Proficiency in system modeling and analysis tools such as Cameo, MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent, • A strong knowledge of how to interpret organizational, software and hardware technical documents, • Experience with space environments and testing regimes (vibe, shock, radiation, thermal, EMI, corrosion, etc.), • Excellent task management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints, • Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communications protocols, • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulations, and practices THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Current SSBI clearance, • Hands-on expertise leading troubleshooting and resolution of system-level issues, • Demonstrated experience working with minimal supervision in complex projects, • Advanced proficiency with Excel, including complex formulas, mathematical modeling, and VBA macro creation, • Experience in astronomy, physics, or remote sensing, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and explain complex implementation processes to other organization members 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 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER II/PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER – SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Senior Systems Engineer II/Principal Systems Engineer based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors. To be successful in this role, you must apply engineering best practices to ensure the success of complex missions in pioneering space projects. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Design, integrate, and develop space-based optical instruments, subsystems, and payloads for airborne and space platforms, • Define, allocate, and manage technical requirements for space systems, • Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development process and address potential conflicts or issues., • Lead requirements definition, allocation, traceability, and verification across the development lifecycle, • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system design descriptions, ICDs, CONOPs, and test plans, • Generate technical reports and presentations to communicate findings, progress, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners, • Provide technical management of project requirements, system architecture, system interfaces, mission assurance guidelines, and system compliance, • Support the development and testing of space payloads to be integrated on spacecraft platforms, • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of exquisite payloads, • Support hardware and software development teams with system-level test planning, debugging, integration, and execution of verification test procedures; analyze data and recommend design refinements, • Lead hardware and software V&V activities to confirm alignment with program and customer requirements, • Provide technical oversight of system architecture, interfaces, mission assurance, and compliance, • Participate in technical interchange meetings and represent the organization in project discussions, • Support the development, testing, and delivery of space payloads; assess and mitigate technical risks, • Mentor other engineers on technical topics and V&V methodologies, • Ability to support travel or off-site work, as needed, • Perform other duties as assigned (Please note: this position can be hired at the Senior Systems Engineer II or Principal Systems Engineer level) QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER II: • Bachelor's degree in systems or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline, • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • 8+ years of engineering experience; with 3+ years directly supporting development projects and 2+ years in project or team leadership, • CAM and/or IPTL experience, • Demonstrable experience in systems engineering, with a strong focus on developing, testing, and integrating with space or airborne instruments, • Experience with requirements management and modeling tools such as JAMA, Doors, or Cameo, • Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle from requirements development through systems operations and maintenance, • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++, Visual Basic, or other software development languages and tools, • Proficiency in system modeling and analysis tools such as Cameo, MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent, • A strong knowledge of how to interpret organizational, software, and hardware technical documents, • Experience with space environments and testing regimes (vibe, shock, radiation, thermal, EMI, corrosion, etc.), • Excellent task management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints, • Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communications protocols, • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulations, and practices QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ENGINEER: • Bachelor's degree in systems or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline, • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • 12+ years of engineering experience; with 5+ years directly supporting development projects and 3+ years in project or team leadership, • CAM and/or IPTL experience, • Demonstrable experience in systems engineering, with a strong focus on developing, testing, and integrating with space or airborne instruments, • Experience with requirements management and modeling tools such as JAMA, Doors, or Cameo, • Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle from requirements development through systems operations and maintenance, • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++, Visual Basic, or other software development languages and tools, • Proficiency in system modeling and analysis tools such as Cameo, MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent, • A strong knowledge of how to interpret organizational, software and hardware technical documents, • Experience with space environments and testing regimes (vibe, shock, radiation, thermal, EMI, corrosion, etc.), • Excellent task management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints, • Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communications protocols, • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulations, and practices THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Current SSBI clearance, • EO/IR payload integration experience, • Hands-on expertise leading troubleshooting and resolution of system-level issues, • Demonstrated experience working with minimal supervision in complex projects, • Advanced proficiency with Excel, including complex formulas, mathematical modeling, and VBA macro creation, • Experience in astronomy, physics, or remote sensing, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and explain complex implementation processes to other organization members 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 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets, we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space, our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR AI&T ENGINEERING II/PRINCIPAL (MECHANICAL) - SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. We are looking for a Senior AI&T Engineering II/Principal (Mechanical) - Secret Clearance based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ. You will lead mechanical integration and test activities for high-reliability payload assemblies and flight hardware. This includes hands-on build tasks, precision alignment, fit checks, environmental test preparation, and mechanical verification across multiple test stages. You will collaborate with Optics, Electrical, Systems, and AIT teams to ensure structurally and thermally compliant integrations while supporting continuous improvement in mechanical processes and test methods. (Please note: this position can be hired at the Senior Engineer II or Principal level) WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Lead mechanical integration and verification of high-reliability payload assemblies, subassemblies, and flight hardware, • Execute mechanical build tasks, precision alignments, torque/tolerance verification, and hardware fit checks, • Coordinate environmental testing (vibration, shock, TVAC) and assess mechanical performance throughout test campaigns, • Identify mechanical integration risks, develop mitigation plans, and drive rapid issue resolution—we hustle, • Work closely with Optics, Electrical, Systems, and AIT teams to ensure structurally and thermally compliant integrations—we have each other's back, • Refine mechanical procedures, integration tooling, and test setups to increase efficiency and hardware consistency, • Support readiness reviews, data packages, configuration audits, and delivery milestones, • Drive continuous improvements in build processes, mechanical verification approaches, and interface control YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS SENIOR ENGINEER II: • Active U.S. Government Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; advanced degree preferred, • 8+ years hands-on experience integrating and testing mechanical hardware for space or high-reliability systems, • Strong experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks) for interface interpretation and integration planning, • Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerancing, precision mechanical alignment, and hardware inspection, • Experience with environmental test preparation and post-test mechanical inspection YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS PRINCIPAL ENGINEER: • Active U.S. Government Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; advanced degree preferred, • 12+ years hands-on experience integrating and testing mechanical hardware for space or high-reliability systems, • Strong experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks) for interface interpretation and integration planning, • Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerancing, precision mechanical alignment, and hardware inspection, • Experience with environmental test preparation and post-test mechanical inspection THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Experience integrating EO/IR payloads or opto-mechanical assemblies, • Familiarity with contamination control, materials compatibility, adhesives, and fastener systems, • Experience developing mechanical integration procedures or test plans, • Prior experience supporting hardware qualification or acceptance testing 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, • Ability to regularly perform hands-on hardware integration in lab/cleanroom environments, • Ability to support extended or off-shift work during key test milestones 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 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.

Job DescriptionSpace Systems Integration (SSI) is a fast-growing engineering company that provides aerospace solutions to a variety of government and commercial customers. Our employees are forward-thinking, self-directed individuals who are committed to solving our customers’ technical challenges. SSI is seeking a Site Representative Systems Engineer for a role in Tucson, AZ. The successful candidate will exhibit proactiveness, leaning forward in a high-impact customer mission environment. This position requires strong experience in systems engineering and manufacturing. The candidate will work closely with the customer and other project teammates to support acquisition, integration, test, qualification, deployment, and operations of customer mission systems as they transition into production. Role and Responsibilities:· Participate in developer reviews, meetings, & boards (technical interchange meetings, manufacturing readiness reviews, change management, etc.), maintaining situational awareness of daily happenings and flowing updates/concerns to the home program office.· Monitor/overseeing progress on corrective actions, problem closures, change board items, obsolescence issues, diminishing sources, etc.· Following hardware pedigrees and participating in hardware verification efforts such as first article inspections, functional configuration audits, and physical configuration audits.· Monitor lab and manufacturing areas, to include build schedules, build progress, and issues that would frustrate the schedule.· Benchmark known best practices against developer’s processes.· Review and assess developers manufacturing and transition to production readiness/progress.Required Qualifications: • Bachelor of Science in Engineering with at least 14 years of experience or Master's and 12 years of experience with:, • Technical requirements development, systems engineering, and manufacturing. in the design, production, integration, and testing of terrestrial and space systems., • Requirements verification and validation., • Demonstrated ability to work independently with little to no oversight., • Must have an in-scope security background investigation (T5 or SSBI), adjudicated for SCI eligibility, and enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program (if applicable)., • Must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartment Information and Special Access Programs and willing to consent to a Polygraph examination.

Job Description Job Purpose: We are seeking a hands-on Semiconductor Packaging Engineer to work for a High-Tech Semiconductor Manufacturer in the Tucson, Area. The Semiconductor Packaging Engineer will ensure stable, robust, repeatable, sustainable and high-yielding manufacturing processes and products are achieved, monitored and maintained and will help to implement a new MES system. Process development and optimize physical packaging. Developing and improving manufacturing processes for packaging, including wafer-level and chip-level assembly, and bonding. Responsibilities include development, continuous improvement, and sustaining processes all in close partnership with Device and Integration Engineering as well as design teams. You will be expected to clearly communicate goals, roles, and responsibilities, engage and motivate engineering talent, define and set deliverables, plan resources, and achieve desired results. You will be expected to contribute technically, maintain an optimistic, can-do approach, and present status to executive level management. Excellent judgment, expertise in semiconductor processing, and leadership are essential to success in this role. The position reports to the Process Engineering Manager. Will monitor and control of the process. Improve the process or introduce new process and tools to improve yield, capacity and quality. Work with engineering team to develop new products. Work with engineering team to transfer new products or new process to production and will help to implement a new MES system. Position responsibilities include daily oversight of manufacturing operations, continuous improvement of operational processes including scheduling and executing production for Back End Assembly Process. Conducts studies in operations to optimize workflow and space utilization. Ensures facility efficiency and workplace safety. Responsibilities: • Manufacturing monitoring and improvements with SPC., • Creating weekly yield reports using statistical tools., • Creating and maintaining work standards using work measurement, and dynamic and static capacity and cost simulation models., • Workflow optimization through creating and implementing in-process kanbans models., • Working with materials manager for supply chain optimization and inventory minimization through creating and implementing raw material kanbans., • Design of Experiments (DOE) and data analysis to support engineering efforts to improve product design and manufacturability., • Performance measurement and analysis to monitor and improve manufacturing., • Applying various statistical methods to improve reproducibility and manufacturability through Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) , Control Plan and Gage R&R studies., • Data analysis and improvements to manufacturing capabilities., • Work with information technology department to improve database structures and collection methods to improve manufacturing., • Cost and net worth analysis to evaluate capital expenditures for expansion scenarios., • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with applicable departments and suppliers to evaluate potential new processes and materials to improve cost, yield, reliability and quality., • Drive identification and implementation of process improvements to increase yield and reduce operating costs., • Identify new hardware requirements to meet the developing process/customer needs. Ensure these requirements are addressed appropriately with regard to specifications, budget constraints, supplier identification and thorough evaluation., • Develop, modify and/or continuously improve manufacturing process and procedures to enable higher productivity, reduced scrap, and improved quality. Skills/Qualifications: Must have a B.S. or M.S. Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Must have knowledge of process Assembly of semiconductor lasers. Communication and managing skills are required. Clean room manufacturing environment, experience working in cleanrooms and labs. Exposure to medium to long term projects. 3+ years of experience within the semiconductor industry (die bonding, oven, wire bonding, lead frame design, SMT, reflowing, among other processes). New Product Introduction. Strong verbal, written, presentation, analytical and interpersonal skills. Leadership capabilities to drive and deliver results through motivating cross-cultural teams. Highly proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint and statistical software. Strong analytical and problem solving ability. Appreciation of both practical and theoretical methodologies. Experienced in equipment selection, commissioning and process set-up. Knowledge of troubleshooting guides, working documentation, safety. Knowledge of quality systems and reliability assessment. Strong SPC and DOE skill set and experience. Experience with Lean and 5S programs. Experience with Six Sigma. Demonstrated success in project management. Detailed working knowledge of semiconductor wafer fabrication processes, including wet and dry etching, thin films, moderate scale photolithography. Proven track record in program management and technical team leadership. Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment This position is located in the United States and will require use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Leonardo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. [NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.] Here are the hiring process steps and what you can expect from us: Step 1: Application Review: Upon submitting your application, it is made available to the recruitment team to review and ensure you meet the basic qualifications. Step 2: Interview: If you have been identified to move forward in the process, you may be invited to participate in a one-on-one or panel interview. The interview format can be a phone call, in-person, or virtual meeting. Step 3: Offer: If you reach this stage of the interview process, congratulations! You will be provided an offer to join the Leonardo Electronics US Inc. team. The offer will include details about your salary, benefits package and start date. PIe1f075180f12-25405-38009523

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. QUALITY ENGINEER II Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Quality Engineer II based at our Optical Systems site in Chantilly, VA, you will support the development and production of advanced optical payloads and systems for space and ISR missions. In this role, you will work closely with Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Program teams to ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements throughout the product lifecycle. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Develop and execute inspection methods to verify product quality and workmanship, • Ensure products comply with internal procedures, customer requirements, and industry standards such as AS9100, • Investigate products and process nonconformances and lead root cause analysis and corrective actions, • Generate, manage, and close Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Corrective Action Reports, and support MRB/FRB activities, • Provide quality training and guidance to production and engineering teams on workmanship standards, procedures, ESD, and FOD, • Coordinate and document calibration activities and maintain metrology controls, • Support and maintain compliance with ESD and FOD programs across production and integration areas, • Perform inspections, review inspection data, and document results and findings, • Collect, analyze, and trend quality data using digital tools such as Power Apps and Power BI to support data-driven decision making, • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor quality metrics, nonconformance trends, corrective action effectiveness, and process performance, • Participate in internal, customer, and third-party quality audits as required, • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and repeatability of processes, • The Quality Engineer will support, analyze, and report on quality performance using data-driven metrics, • Travel as required to support test campaigns, supplier activities, audits, source inspections, and program milestones, • Perform other duties as assigned in support of quality, compliance, and program execution YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline, • 2+ years of experience in Quality Engineering or Quality Assurance within a manufacturing environment, • Experience working within a Quality Management System; AS9100 experience strongly preferred, • Strong working knowledge of NCRs, CAPA, MRB/FRB, ESD, and FOD controls, • Experience with inspection and test activities, metrology, and calibration systems, • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T, • Experience analyzing quality data and presenting metrics using tools such as Power BI, Power Apps, Excel, or similar data visualization platforms, • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills, • Ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, production, supply chain, and program teams, • U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Experience supporting spaceflight hardware or optical/electro-optical systems, • ASQ Quality Engineer or Quality Technician certification, • Experience working with suppliers and subcontractors in a regulated environment, • Familiarity with aerospace customer audits and government contracts, • Experience developing or enhancing Power Apps workflows and Power BI dashboards for quality or manufacturing metrics, • Active U.S. Government security clearance 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, • Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally as required to support test campaigns, supplier oversight, and program needs 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 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.

Job Description MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our "Mission First" orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2. Job: (Test) Systems Engineer - SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED Location: Tucson, AZ (on-site) Clearance: Secret (or above) Pay: $100,000 - $125,000 annually with full Government benefits. Position Overview As a Test Systems Engineer, you will coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines to define, design, and document test environment capabilities and requirements. This role demands a systems-thinking mindset — someone who can visualize the big picture while understanding the technical details that drive system-level success. You'll play a critical role in how prime hardware is tested at every level (from individual components to full system integration) to ensure performance, robustness, and cost efficiency across the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Lead the definition, design, and documentation of test environment architectures and capabilities * Utilize expertise in models, simulations, test beds, prototypes, and hardware integration to ensure end-to-end test coverage * Apply developmental test processes to design, integrate, and validate system-level test equipment * Ensure smooth transition of test systems to production and factory environments * Support hardware verification and validation (V&V) using proven test methodologies and embedded test protocols * Collaborate directly with Department of Defense (DoD) customers and stakeholders on technical requirements and deliverables * Analyze and define specialized capital investment needs to support test development initiatives * Drive affordability improvements through effective cost measurement, built-in-test capabilities, and lifecycle reduction strategies * Identify and mitigate technical risks, ensuring design integrity and alignment with program objectives * Foster a collaborative engineering culture that emphasizes quality, innovation, and continuous improvement Required Knowledge & Experience * Hands-on experience in test system design, integration, and lifecycle testing * Strong understanding of hardware-in-the-loop, simulation, and prototyping methodologies * Familiarity with hardware manufacturing processes and embedded test techniques * Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams in complex defense or aerospace environments * Working knowledge of verification/validation processes, test automation, and system-level analysis * Active Secret clearance (or higher) required Why Join Us We value diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives — and believe they're key to innovation. You'll join a hands-on engineering team where your ideas shape the tools that test and protect the world's most advanced technologies. If you're passionate about designing smarter, more efficient test systems that make a real impact, we'd love to have you on the team. OVERVIEW The Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) organization includes all of the engineering disciplines responsible for systems design & test on our client's Test Equipment products. Our engineers are responsible for all elements of the development lifecycle for test including test requirements and test system design. We are hands-on, designing with the latest technology and tools, and integrate state of the art test solutions with the most advanced engineering systems in the world. As a Systems Engineer, you are accountable to coordinate across all engineering teams to define, design, and document Test Environment capabilities and requirements. You must be a systems thinker, able to see the "big picture", and have the in-depth knowledge of development, production, User Operations, and embedded test process and practices. As a Test Systems Engineer, you will define and influence how prime hardware will be tested at every level (from component to All-Up-Round) to ensure robustness and efficiency. You must demonstrate applied experience and working knowledge of developmental test process, test set-ups and integration, test equipment design with transition to the factory, and verification / validation of product hardware using proven test systems, methodologies, and techniques. Additionally, you must demonstrate the ability to identify and understand technology risks and system design concepts to make critical technical outcomes by understanding impacts to the program. We value diverse skills and experience, so don't hold back. Your qualification could add tremendous value to our team. Our customers come from all different backgrounds, and so do our employees. If you're passionate about what you could accomplish here, we'd love to hear from you. RESPONSIBILITIES • Utilize your knowledge of models, simulations, test beds, prototypes, hardware integration, hardware manufacturing, warfighter (User) methodologies, and embedded test protocols to ensure comprehensive lifecycle testing that is both robust and affordable, • Broad customer interaction including Department of Defense (DoD) contract work, • Understand and define specialized capital investment needs, • Intense focus on 'customer affordability', by using effective cost measurement techniques, • Drive improvements in product affordability through increased built-in-test capabilities and decreased lifecycle Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Description At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. Areté is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to work as a member of our Program IT team in our Tucson, AZ facility. The selected candidate must be eligible to maintain a Top Secret clearance. The candidate will work on multiple DoD contracts supporting the design, installation, and configuration of Cyber-compliant prototype and low volume production systems and networks of varying complexities. The candidate will be working on exciting projects in direct support of the Warfighter. The candidate will collaborate with other IT staff members, Cyber Security staff, travel occasionally, and provide some afterhours support. This is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time position. Primary responsibilities include: • Contributing to the design, configuration and installation of various Linux and Windows systems used on HPCs, data collectors, COTS servers, and other deliverable IT systems;, • Developing, maintaining, and applying relevant technical expertise in Cyber Security subjects such as FIPS encryption, Type 1 NSA Encryption, operating system, application, and network device hardening, STIGs, Audit log configuration and collection, endpoint protection software, and more;, • Contributes to the required technical documentation packages;, • Monitors and improves the build processes performed by IT technicians to produce identical systems;, • Adheres to required quality control processes;, • Supports system integration activities and field tests as needed for prototype systems; Health & Wellness: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Vision Reimbursement, • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions, • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), • Flexible Scheduling, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges, • Integrity and responsibility in all actions, • Collaboration across teams and specialties, • Responsiveness in fast-paced environments, • Eligible to obtain and hold a Top Secret clearance, • Must have or be able to obtain a Security+ CE or equivalent certification for DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II or higher within 90 days of employment., • Minimum of 3 years working as a System Administrator, Engineer, Network Administrator or similar role;, • Bachelor’s Degree in an Information Technology related discipline and/or current, applicable industry-standard certifications (MCSA, CCNA, Security+, RHCSA) or an additional 3 years of experience;, • Proficient understanding of computer hardware configuration, software, and operating systems (primarily Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and/or 9., • Working knowledge of Bash scripting and/or Ansible., • Experience with classified information system Cyber Security tools and technologies (Nessus/ACAS, SCC, STIGViewer) and experience collaborating with Cyber Security professionals., • Expert-level client system troubleshooting skills and experience., • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work autonomously and on a team;, • Strong written communication skills and the ability to document/diagram information systems and procedures;, • Able to obtain a FAA Level 3 Medical Certification from an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner;, • Some experience with one or more of the following technologies: Cluster Management software, RDMA configuration in support of 100/200/400gbe Networking, Anaconda environment installation and configuration, NVIDIA Driver/CUDA installation in Linux, RHEL 8/9 security-related functions (SELinux, AIDE, firewalld, PAM configuration files, the Linux Audit system, and more), iSCSI, NFS, Nvidia Jetsons, • Administrative level knowledge of Cisco Nexus NX-OS and/or Cisco IOS, • Some experience in server hardware troubleshooting and installation Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SYSTEMS ENGINEER II – TS/SCI CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Systems Engineer II based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and test space-based electro-optical sensors. To be successful in this role, you must apply engineering best practices to ensure the success of complex missions in pioneering space projects. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Design, integrate, and develop space-based optical instruments, subsystems, and payloads for airborne and space platforms, • Ensure traceability of requirements throughout the development process and address potential conflicts or issues., • Support requirements definition, allocation, traceability, verification, and system validation across the development lifecycle, • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including system design descriptions, ICDs, CONOPs, and test plans, • Generate technical reports and presentations to communicate findings, progress, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners, • Provide technical support of project requirements, system architecture, system interfaces, mission assurance guidelines, and system compliance, • Support the development and testing of space payloads to be integrated on spacecraft platforms, • Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of exquisite payloads, • Support hardware and software development teams with system-level test planning, debugging, integration, and execution of verification test procedures; analyze data and recommend design refinements, • Participate in technical interchange meetings and represent the organization in project discussions, • Support the development, testing, and delivery of space payloads; assess and mitigate technical risks, • Ability to support travel or off-site work, as needed, • Perform other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS SYSTEMS ENGINEER II: • Bachelor's degree in systems or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline, • Active TS/SCI clearance, • 2+ years of engineering experience directly supporting development projects, • Demonstrable experience in systems engineering, with a strong focus on developing, testing, and integrating with space or airborne instruments, • Experience with requirements management and modeling tools such as JAMA, Doors, or Cameo, • Proficiency in system modeling and analysis tools such as Cameo, MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent, • A strong knowledge of how to interpret organizational, software and hardware technical documents, • Experience with space environments and testing regimes (vibe, shock, radiation, thermal, EMI, corrosion, etc.), • Excellent task management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints, • Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communications protocols, • Familiarity with aerospace industry standards, regulations, and practices THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Current SSBI clearance, • EO/IR payload integration experience, • Hands-on expertise leading troubleshooting and resolution of system-level issues, • Demonstrated experience working with minimal supervision in complex projects, • Advanced proficiency with Excel, including complex formulas, mathematical modeling, and VBA macro creation, • Experience in astronomy, physics, or remote sensing, • Exposure to Python, MATLAB, Linux, C, C++, Visual Basic, or other software development languages and tools, • Experience with the Software Development Lifecycle from requirements development through systems operations and maintenance, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and explain complex implementation processes to other organization members 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 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. PRINCIPAL ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and ISR challenges for DOD, IC, and commercial customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. As a Principal Electrical Engineer based at Rocket Lab's site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to support the utilization, career growth, and well-being of engineers in the Electrical Engineering functional group in addition to supporting programs as an individual contributor (approximately 80% individual contributor support and 20% functional management). An ideal applicant will possess a strong technical background in electrical engineering in addition to excellent leadership skills. With the support of the broader team, they will deliver fully validated systems that meet program specifications on cost, schedule, and quality targets. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Duties and Responsibilities • Team Leadership: Manage and lead a team of electrical engineers by fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and support the professional development of team members. Develop a professional engineering team culture to meet deadlines and uphold personal accountability., • Functional Budgeting: Manage the functional budget, generate ROI assessments for discretionary efforts such as process improvements or tool development, and control overhead charging rates to specified levels., • Technical Guidance: Provide expert guidance and mentorship to the electrical engineering team by offering insights and solutions to complex technical challenges. Stay updated with the latest advancements in electrical engineering technology and guide the team in adopting best practices and innovative approaches. Act as core assessor in engineering gate reviews and peer review events to ensure work quality and task closure., • Electrical Design and Analysis: Lead and participate in the design, analysis, and optimization of electrical systems for space applications. Use software tools, simulations, and analytical techniques to assess electrical design performance, and quality, power management, impedance matching, as well as digital, high frequency and nodal analysis. Determine the architecture and lead the detailed electronics analysis and design using both digital and analog circuit design skills., • Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, optical engineers, and systems engineers to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems into satellite platforms. Foster effective communication and teamwork across departments., • Documentation, Reporting, and Writing: Prepare technical reports, project documentation, technical proposals, and presentations to communicate progress, findings, and recommendations to internal stakeholders and external partners., • Mission Assurance: Implement and support rigorous quality control measures throughout the electrical engineering process to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer requirements., • Design for Manufacturing: Establish processes and design guidelines to support seamless handoff to production and long-term production scaling., • Metrics Tracking: Develop and measure a strong set of metrics for engineering development activities., • Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks and challenges in electrical design and development projects. Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project disruptions and ensure successful outcomes. YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline, • 12+ years of electrical hardware experience, • An active U.S. Government Security Clearance and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI, • Demonstrable experience in electrical engineering, with a strong focus on designing and developing electrical systems for space applications to include all facets of electronics design including high level architectural development, low level design of high speed, analog and digital printed circuit boards that will include interfacing with different communications buses., • Extensive design experience in meeting rigid EMI/EMC guidelines, • Design experience with opto-electronics background in low-noise, high gain opto-electronic circuitry, electrical amplification, and various other optical diode detection components., • Design experience with ability to migrate from R&D to Full Scale Production within a well-regulated AS9100 (ISO 9001) environment including accurate schematic capture, BOM creation, thermal, and timing analysis., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex electrical systems and propose effective solutions., • Excellent management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints., • Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring technical teams., • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Master's or PhD in electrical or computer engineering; or other engineering discipline, • Experience designing for space environments, including radiation impacts and mitigation, • Experience designing for high-reliability aerospace applications, • Demonstrated success working in a dynamic environment and ability to manage competing priorities 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 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR SPECIAL TEST EQUIPMENT (STE) ENGINEER Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. We are looking for a Senior Special Test Equipment (STE) Engineer based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ. In this role, you will design, integrate, validate, and sustain optical test equipment used to characterize, calibrate, and verify advanced optical payloads. You will build and maintain optical test stations, alignment tools, and calibration workflows while supporting data capture, troubleshooting, and test execution. You will work closely with Optics, Mechanical, Electrical, and AIT teams to ensure STE performance meets mission and system-level requirement. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Design, develop, integrate, and validate optical Special Test Equipment (STE) used for payload characterization, calibration, and alignment, • Build and maintain optical test stations, fixtures, alignment tools, and automation setups—tools that help us build beautiful things by testing beautiful things, • Execute hands-on optical integration tasks: bench setup, alignment, calibration, data capture, and troubleshooting, • Write and maintain optical test procedures, calibration scripts, and acceptance criteria, • Support anomaly resolution, corrective actions, and performance improvements—we hustle, • Improve STE throughput, accuracy, and maintainability, ensuring test processes stay ever evolving, • Collaborate with Optics, Mechanical, Electrical, and AIT teams to ensure STE meets system-level requirements, • Support environmental testing and correlation of optical performance before/after test campaigns YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field, • 5+ years experience building or supporting optical or electro-optical test setups, • Hands-on experience with optical alignment, metrology tools, and lab-level integration, • Ability to develop clear technical documentation and test procedures, • Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and lab execution skills, • U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Experience with Python, Matlab, or similar test automation tools, • Familiarity with environmental test facilities and procedures, • Knowledge of cleanroom practices and contamination control 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, • Ability to support hands-on optical alignment and test activities, including occasional off-shift work, • Some travel to support test facilities and partner sites 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER II - SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Senior Electrical Engineer II based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to build hardware for ground systems (fixed), vehicles (mobile), and spacecraft. To be successful in this role, you must possess experience in the design, fabrication, and test of electronics to support imaging systems, sensors, lasers, optical communication, and embedded processors. Familiarity with modern design tools is a must. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Produce electrical concepts and designs for a wide variety of hardware and projects, • Work with fabrication shops and vendors to complete fabrication of designs, • See designs through to successful integration and test, • Show excellent investigative and trouble-shooting skills to assess issues and develop resolutions in the lab and in the field, • Work proactively to complete tasks with some modest direction, • Communicate effectively with project management, customers, and team members across disciplines, • Attend technical interchange meetings with the team members and other project personnel and represent the organization in matters pertaining to project development, • Provide status on assigned tasks and program schedules, • Provide document review and resolve technical engineering and integration issues, • Must have the ability to manage time and resources to meet assigned deadlines, • Support travel or off-site work as needed, • Perform other duties as assigned YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other technical discipline, • 8 years of engineering experience, • Active U.S. Government Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • Demonstrable experience in electrical engineering, with a strong focus on designing and developing electrical systems for space applications to include all facets of electronics design including high level architectural development, low level design of high speed, analog and digital printed circuit boards that will include interfacing with different communications buses, • Extensive experience in the design of RF/analog building blocks like Low Noise amplifiers, mixers, Power Amplifier, Phase shifters, multipliers, LO distribution amplifiers, mixed-signal circuits, and mixed-signal systems such as ADC's DACs, and PLL's, • Extensive design experience in meeting rigid EMI/EMC guidelines, • Design experience with opto-electronics background in low-noise, high gain opto-electronic circuitry, electrical amplification, and various other optical diode detection components, • Design experience with ability to migrate from R&D to Full Scale Production within a well-regulated AS9100 (ISO 9001) environment including accurate schematic capture, BOM creation, thermal, and timing analysis THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Current SSBI clearance, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex electrical systems and propose effective solutions, • Excellent management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints, • Demonstrated leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring technical teams, • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders 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 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 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.

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee owned company, is seeking a talented, tenacious, results-driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the Advanced Database/Data Engineer position? Core responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of enterprise-level database and data processing systems, along with analyzing, maintaining operational systems, and adding new capabilities as required. Key responsibilities include staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies; experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into Rincon projects; and proposing solutions to improve the systems on which you work. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas, including design, systems engineering, development, integration and test, and deployment, and to provide O&M support to mission-critical systems. You will have the ability to experience direct, mission feedback from customers and see your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. The abilities to work unsupervised with minimal direction, problem solve, and self-start are a must. You will be expected to communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers. What required background will make you successful? • Active TS/SCI Clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED, • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Science, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or related technical field, • Minimum 4 years of experience in a database engineering, database development, and data engineering role supporting an engineering-related domain, • Proficient in SQL, Python, and shell scripting in Linux environments, • Demonstrated experience with designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-level database systems, • Demonstrated experience with one or more RDBMSs, including PostgreSQL, Oracle, or Citus in Linux environments, • Experience with enterprise-level database replication, partitioning, tuning, backup, recovery, and fail-over concepts, • Experience with NoSQL databases, such as MongoDB, Elasticsearch, Redis, Cassandra, etc., • Demonstrated ability to design software and data systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements, • Experience with Python and/or C++ database APIs, such as Psycopg, PyGreSQL, and Libpqxx Preferred skills: • Security+ certification, • Experience with one or more programming languages, such as C++, Python, JavaScript, PHP, or Java in a Linux environment, • DevOps and Cloud computing experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP, AWS), • Experience building Python-based AI/ML applications that interface with database systems, • Experience with developing spatial database solutions using PostGIS to support Geospatial/GIS applications, such as QGIS and Geoserver, • Familiarity with object-relational mapping (ORM) software, such as SQLAlchemy, • Understanding of ETL pipelines, data streams, and message broker concepts using solutions like Kafka, RabbitMQ, Redis, and ActiveMQ, • Understanding of Agile software development processes and familiarity with modern software engineering practices for testability and readability, • Experience building dashboards using Grafana and/or Kabana, • Experience developing backend REST APIs using JavaScript and/or Python frameworks, along with an understanding of frontend Web development using JavaScript, React, and Angular Where is the position located? This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. We support the development of new detection capabilities that use a variety of remote sensing methodologies (EO/IR, Radar, Lidar, Chemical/Biological sensors, etc.). We are seeking outstanding applicants for our Engineer 2, Optical Systems position in Tucson, Arizona. The successful candidate will develop and execute engineering development projects which typically involve applying fundamental understanding of optical phenomena related to various sensor systems, developing performance models, designing optical hardware, and using basic mathematical methods to solve scientific and engineering problems. This position is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time role. Primary responsibilities: • Design, models, integrates, and tests optical sensor systems including visible and IR cameras, LIDAR systems, and optical test equipment., • Develops software for the purpose of testing and automating test procedures., • Works in conjunction with systems engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers and software engineers to provide integrated design solutions for Arete’s customers., • Responsibilities include assisting with requirements development, concept and detailed design, presentation to customer at SRR, PDR, CDR, assembly, integration, and field testing., • Develop and apply imaging sensor performance models including MTF and radiometric models, • Optical systems design including visible and IR imaging system, • Testing of Fast Steering Mirrors, • Development of requirements, • Presentation of results to staff and customers Health & Wellness: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Vision Reimbursement, • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions, • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), • Flexible Scheduling, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges, • Integrity and responsibility in all actions, • Collaboration across teams and specialties, • Responsiveness in fast-paced environments, • Bachelor’s or Master’s in optical engineering, electrical engineering with optics emphasis or other relevant field with strong emphasis on optics, • Experience with scientific programming in Labview, Matlab, Python, or similar languages, • Data acquisition and instrument control using LabVIEW or Python, • Intellectual curiosity and desire for continuous learning, • Infrared imaging experience including system design, modeling and test, • Experience with large format (16MP+) cryogenically cooled IR IDECAs, • Experience developing custom IR lenses, • Experience with Fast Steering Mirrors, • Zemax or similar optical design software Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation is looking for a DevSecOps Engineer to develop advanced secure cloud computing solutions for complex national security and defense challenges in signal processing, geolocation, and communication. You will create and maintain secure, reliable, and scalable infrastructure that supports mission-critical applications for front-line customer facilities, providing actionable intelligence that has a direct, measurable impact on national security missions. You'll work in a multidisciplinary R&D environment alongside talented and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional setting. At RRC, you'll be involved throughout the entire system lifecycle—from architecture and development to deployment, operations, and maintenance. You'll receive direct feedback from customers and see your contributions make a tangible difference in the real world. We foster innovation: you're encouraged to suggest improvements to the applications, frameworks, and security posture of the systems you oversee. Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee owned company, is seeking a talented, tenacious, results-driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the AWS Cloud Systems Administrator position? Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and delivering applications to front-line customer facilities. You craft effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key duty is staying current with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies, as well as experimenting with new technologies to bring innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC team members can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and testing, deployment and operations & maintenance, gaining direct mission feedback from customers and seeing your work make a meaningful impact. You are encouraged and expected to suggest improvements for the applications and frameworks you work on. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to self-initiator is essential. What required background will make you successful? • Experience with Linux system administration, • Ability to implement configuration management using tools such as Ansible or Puppet., • Experience installing and administering Kubernetes, Longhorn, and enterprise scale cloud applications., • Experience working with security implementation guides to develop and maintain compliance baselines., • Experience creating and maintain documentation, such as user guides, knowledge bases, change requests, and system maintenance records, • Experience maintaining systems operations functions, including system vulnerability patching, software updates, performance monitoring, system maintenance, and performance optimization and automation., • CompTIA Security+ Certification, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred skills: • AWS Associate or higher Cloud Certification, • Familiarity with Agile development processes, • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. PRINCIPAL ENGINEER, SPACE PAYLOADS – ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. We're seeking an accomplished and mission-driven Principal Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of next-generation space-based electro-optical sensor systems. As the definitive technical authority, you'll guide a multi-disciplinary team through all phases of development—from requirements definition to integration, test, and sustainment—ensuring mission success while advancing innovation. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on national security by delivering advanced space capabilities to our customers. An active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, and the ability to work in classified environments (25%+ of the time), are required. As Principal Engineer, you won't just lead engineering— you'll define the technical vision that makes mission success possible. Here, you'll join a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact, where your leadership will directly shape the future of space technology! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Own the technical baseline: Serve as the authority across systems engineering, hardware, software, and test, ensuring requirements are achieved and the system delivers mission value., • Lead critical reviews: Chair program gate reviews from SRR through TRR, assessing design maturity, readiness, and risk posture., • Shape system architecture: Direct the development and integration of architectures spanning payload, ground systems, and mission operations., • Guide execution: Oversee engineering performance to deliver on cost, schedule, and technical objectives, including subcontractor oversight., • Champion engineering excellence: Enforce standards, processes, and quality while advancing Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Engineering., • Manage risk & opportunity: Own the program Risk Register, proactively mitigating risks and capturing opportunities to improve performance., • Engage with stakeholders: Act as the primary technical interface with customer technical teams, subcontractors, and REALCO leadership., • Support growth: Contribute to proposals, technical volumes, and reviews, helping shape future opportunities., • Mentor the next generation: Provide leadership and guidance to engineers across disciplines, fostering collaboration, knowledge transfer, and technical excellence YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, • Experience: 12+ years of engineering experience, with 8+ years of experience leading engineering teams or organizations, • Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility, • Program Execution: Experience leading large-scale proposals, including technical volumes and customer-facing reviews, • Proven ability to deliver complex aerospace or defense systems on cost, on schedule, and to performance requirements, • Prior experience as a chief engineer or technical authority on a program of record or major defense contract, • Strong record of interfacing with senior government customers and building trusted technical relationship, • Ability to travel up to 25%, and work in classified environments with sensitive program information THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Education: Advanced degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or physics, • Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance, • Space Programs: Recent experience (last 10 years) supporting space missions, with an emphasis on payload integration, • Remote Sensing: 5+ years working with EO/IR, radar, or hyperspectral sensor technologies, including performance modeling and exploitation, • Ground Systems: 5+ years developing command & control, mission planning, or tactical ground systems for space assets, • Mission-Level Systems Thinking: Experience with CONOPS development and enterprise-scale architectures, • Data Analytics & AI/ML: Knowledge of advanced data exploitation, machine learning, and Automatic Target Recognition (ATR), • Integration Leadership: Experience integrating multi-disciplinary engineering efforts across suppliers and subcontractors, • Complex Systems Development: Leadership in the design, production, and integration of large-scale defense or aerospace systems, • MBSE Expertise: Hands-on experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods, • Execution Excellence: Track record of achieving technical, cost, and schedule commitments as a chief engineer or technical lead, • Collaboration & Decision-Making: Ability to build consensus across diverse stakeholders and make sound decisions under uncertainty, • Collaboration & Influence: Ability to motivate and guide teams without direct line authority, achieving alignment across diverse organizations and subcontractors, • Communication: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical solutions to executives, customers, and non-technical audiences 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 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets, we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space, our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR AI&T ENGINEER I (SYSTEMS) Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. We are looking for a Senior AI&T Engineer I (Systems) based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ. This role is well suited for a degreed, early-career engineer who is motivated to learn and grow within a fast-paced aerospace integration and test environment. You will support assembly, integration, and verification activities for complex space hardware while working closely with senior engineers and technical leads. This position allows for coaching and guidance on most tasks, with the expectation that you demonstrate strong initiative, curiosity, and ownership as you build technical depth and execution confidence. You will report to an AI&T Engineering Lead. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Support assembly, integration, alignment, and verification activities for complex spaceflight hardware, including optical, mechanical, and electrical subsystems, • Execute hands-on AI&T tasks such as hardware integration, test setup, alignment support, data collection, and post-test inspections under guidance from senior engineers and leads, • Assist with development and execution of test procedures, work instructions, and integration plans while learning baseline AI&T processes and standards, • Support environmental test campaigns (TVAC, vibration, shock) through test setup, monitoring, and data collection, • Troubleshoot integration and test issues with coaching, demonstrating curiosity and initiative to understand root cause and corrective actions, • Work closely with senior AI&T engineers, design engineering, quality, and operations teams; we have each other's back, • Actively seek feedback, training, and learning opportunities to build technical depth and execution confidence; we hustle YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Aerospace, Physics, or related discipline), • 5+ years of experience in hardware integration, test, laboratory, or manufacturing environments, • Willingness to learn structured AI&T processes, tooling, and documentation, • Ability to follow procedures, document work clearly, and communicate effectively with senior staff, • U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Exposure to optical systems, EO/IR payloads, or precision assemblies, • Familiarity with lab equipment, test setups, or cleanroom environments, • Experience supporting environmental testing or hardware verification activities, • Strong work ethic, self-motivation, and ownership mindset 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, • Ability to support occasional off-shift, weekend, or extended hours during critical build milestones, • Travel as required for supplier visits, integration events, or customer engagements 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 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.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets, we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space, our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR AI&T ENGINEER II - SECRET CLEARANCE Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. We are looking for a Senior AI&T Engineer II - Secret Clearance based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ. In this role, you will independently execute assembly, integration, and test activities for spaceflight hardware while maintaining regular technical touchpoints with senior engineers and leads. You are expected to be proficient with baseline AI&T processes, tooling, and documentation, and to bring growing technical breadth across mechanical, optical, and electrical interfaces. This role requires a strong work ethic, sound judgment, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve integration or test issues while supporting continuous improvement across AI&T workflows. You will report to an AI&T Engineering Lead. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Independently execute assembly, integration, alignment, and verification activities for spaceflight hardware and subsystems, • Lead day-to-day integration and test tasks with minimal oversight while maintaining regular technical touchpoints with senior engineers and leads, • Develop, execute, and refine AI&T procedures, test plans, and verification documentation in accordance with program requirements, • Support and execute environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, shock), including test readiness, monitoring, and post-test assessments, • Troubleshoot integration and test anomalies, perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions; we hustle and do the impossible, • Coordinate across Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Systems, and Quality teams to ensure seamless hardware flow from build through verification, • Contribute to continuous improvement of AI&T processes, tooling, and workflows; we are ever evolving, • Mentor P1-level engineers and technicians through example, documentation quality, and execution discipline YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance, • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Optical, Electrical, Aerospace, Physics, or related discipline), • 8+ years of hands-on experience in assembly, integration, and test of complex hardware systems, • Proficiency with baseline AI&T processes, documentation standards, and test execution, • Experience working with precision assemblies, test setups, and verification workflows, • Strong troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem-solving skills THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Exposure to optical systems, EO/IR payloads, or precision assemblies, • Familiarity with lab equipment, test setups, or cleanroom environments, • Experience supporting environmental testing or hardware verification activities, • Demonstrated self-direction, ownership, and exceptional work ethic 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, • Ability to support occasional off-shift, weekend, or extended hours during critical build milestones, • Travel as required for supplier visits, integration events, or customer engagements 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 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.

Job Description At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Electrical Engineer to join our team in the design and development of advanced electronics for LIDAR, imaging, and electro-optic systems. In this role, you’ll contribute to the creation of rugged, high-performance equipment used on airborne, terrestrial, and underwater platforms. As part of our technical team, you will collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines, gaining exposure to the full product lifecycle—from defining system requirements and prototyping, to debugging, testing, and integration into larger operational systems. The ideal candidate is excited to learn, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and is passionate about contributing to advanced system designs while helping deliver high-quality products to the field. This is a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position based in our Tucson, Arizona office. Primary Responsibilities: • Contribute to the design, analysis, and testing of electronics that support LASER, LIDAR, imaging, and other electro-optic systems., • Gain hands-on experience in testing, troubleshooting, and reworking circuit boards, cables, and other electrical assemblies., • Work as part of a collaborative engineering team, supporting projects through their full lifecycle—from concept and prototyping to production and fielded systems., • Partner with scientists, senior engineers, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and customer requirements. Health & Wellness: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Vision Reimbursement, • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions, • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), • Flexible Scheduling, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges, • Integrity and responsibility in all actions, • Collaboration across teams and specialties, • Responsiveness in fast-paced environments, • BS or MS in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (0–5 years of experience; equivalent education/experience considered)., • Coursework or project experience in analog, digital, or power circuits., • Exposure to the engineering development cycle through school projects, internships, or career roles., • Familiarity with schematics, circuit boards, and basic technical documentation., • Interest in or experience with embedded processor systems or FPGAs, • A passion for electronics and technology with a strong desire to learn and grow., • Experience using Altium Designer (or similar tools) for PCB layout and schematic capture, • Hands-on work with Xilinx FPGAs and the Vivado/Vitis toolchains., • Familiarity with harnesses, cables, and electrical connectors., • Software development skills in languages such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB, etc. The salary range for this role is $100K to $110K; however, Areté considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills. Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Job Description At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee- owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth. Discover your future with us. Arete is seeking an experienced Configuration Management Engineer to support and lead document control processes across the full product lifecycle—from development through sustainment and end-of-life. We are looking for someone that is highly motivated. We’re looking for a highly motivated, detail-oriented professional who is both a self-starter and a strong collaborator. The ideal candidate will excel at building relationships, communicating effectively, and working across functional teams in a matrixed development environment. This role is responsible for maintaining consistent and accurate configuration control in alignment with SAE EIA-649 standards and Arete's ISO 9001 Quality Management System. The successful candidate will be process-driven, with a continuous improvement mindset to review, streamline, and standardize practices in line with industry best standards.This is a full-time, exempt, non-supervisory position based in Tucson, AZ. We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer: Health & Wellness: • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, • Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Vision Reimbursement, • 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions, • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), • Flexible Scheduling, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Creativity and innovation in solving challenges, • Integrity and responsibility in all actions, • Collaboration across teams and specialties, • Responsiveness in fast-paced environments, • Eligible to obtain and hold a Top Secret clearance., • Will provide Configuration Management (CM) and Data Management (DM) support to the Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) Lead, Engineering Manager (EM) and Program Manager (PM)., • Supporting and executing configuration control through system documentation, software, and drawing release, revision, and archival, • Develop and optimize the process for releasing product configurations into the CM system., • Tracking and delivering project data(documentation, software, drawing packages), • Drafting Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), • Drafting deviations and waivers; maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), • Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations, such as MIL-STD, MIL-HDBK, ISO, ASME Engineer 2, Configuration Management: $75,000 to $90,000 for an Engineer 2 [minimum experience of BS 0-5 years, MS+0 3 years] Staff Engineer, Configuration Management: $90,000 to $115,000 for a Staff Engineer [minimum experience of BS+5 years, MS+3 years] Senior Engineer, Configuration Management: $120,000 to $140,000 for a Staff Engineer [minimum experience of BS+7 years, MS+5 years] Other Considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Job Description About Applied Energetics Applied Energetics is redefining the state of the art in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies for defense and national security applications. Guided by our vision, "Directed Energy, Anywhere", we build compact, high-performance systems that protect the warfighter and enable decisive advantages across the modern battlespace. Why This Role Matters We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, testing, and integration of advanced beam directors and optical control systems with the lasers that power our next generation directed energy systems. In this role you will be part of our multidisciplinary engineering team executing our mission by pioneering scalable ultrashort pulse directed energy solutions that defend and secure our nation's future. What You'll Do • Serve as the technical authority and project manager across the full system lifecycle from early definition of requirements through field testing and delivery., • Lead efforts to develop the system definition and program scope for ultrashort pulse lasers systems and integrated directed energy platforms, translating operational needs into engineering specifications and testable metrics., • Lead the multidisciplinary engineering team to develop, integrate, and test subsystems such as the laser sources, beam directors, opto-mechanical interfaces, and electrical and software components, ensuring that the design meets the overall mission, performance, environmental, and safety requirements., • Develop test and verification plans to ensure the system meets customer, environmental, and safety specifications. Manage and maintain system performance specifications ensuring traceability from customer needs through final test and verification., • Lead regular project meetings to track and communicate progress and enable the team to work together to overcome hurdles., • Manage technical and project risks through DFMEA and other risk management activities., • Communicate project progress to key stakeholders through regular internal engineering reviews and design reviews, and external customer reviews, etc., • Serve as the primary liaison between key stakeholders ensuring clear communication is maintained throughout the project., • Manage vendors, contract manufacturers, and integration partners., • Establish document control processes for engineering and product documents such as design drawings, bills of materials, technical and customer requirements documents, testing and validation reports, etc., • Establish and support material management through planning, scheduling, and supply chain analysis and management efforts for prototype builds and low rate initial production runs., • Bachelor's or masters in an engineering discipline or a related field., • 5+ years' experience in systems engineering, technical project or program management or similar experience., • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver on time and within budget, complex products and solutions that meet operational requirements., • Experience managing projects to deliver complex systems from R&D through product development and release to production., • Experience guiding systems through environmental certifications such as MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, CE, ISO, RoHS, etc., • Experience guiding products or systems through military or aerospace development lifecycles., • S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. Desired Qualifications • Experience with ultrashort pulse lasers and systems., • Experience with directed energy systems and sub-systems., • PMP, FAC-P/PM certification or equivalent., • Experience working in DoD or aerospace systems development environments. Your Toolkit • Experience using project management tools such as Monday.com, Smartsheet, MS Project, etc., • Strong team leadership skills in multidisciplinary engineering environments., • Experience solving problems and improving processes using root cause and quality management tools such as fishbone, FMEA, 8D, etc., • Innovative thinking with solid analytical and problem-solving skills., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with evolving requirements., • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to translate and explain complex ideas to non-experts., • The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team collaborating closely with optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers., • Demonstrate AE's core values of Trust, Innovation, Quality, Agility, and Bold Leadership. Why Join Applied Energetics? • Work on breakthrough directed energy systems at the frontier of defense innovation., • Help shape next-generation beam directors and optical architectures for critical DoD missions., • Collaborate with a world-class team pushing the limits of laser science and engineering., • Competitive salary, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, PTO, Federal Holidays, Personal Holidays, Tuition/Loan Reimbursement and others. How to Apply Please apply on our company website Job Listings - Applied Energetics, Inc Jobs Applied Energetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We comply with all applicable federal and state employment laws prohibiting discrimination and will administer all personnel actions in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Job Description Location: Tucson (On-site). Might require occasional travel to Santa Clara, Pleasanton, or Tucson. Employment Type: Contract (W2 or C2C). Duration: 12 months. Possibility of renewal depending on personal performance and business needs. Rate: $50/hr - $65. Requirements: must be authorized to work legally in the US without sponsorship, now or in the future. About Us Concord isn't your typical consulting firm; we are an execution company with a passion for making things happen. Our mission is to help clients enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, and revolutionize their product offerings through seamless integration, optimization, and activation of technology and data. We are purpose-built, merging the industry’s top specialty companies to amplify our Innovation Capabilities in analytics & AI, data management & engineering, UX and digital experience, and technical platform integration, automation & security engineering. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Human Factors & Usability Engineer who combines deep expertise in medical device usability with an entrepreneurial, ownership-driven mindset. You will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of diagnostic medical devices—leading human factors strategy, anticipating user risks and needs, and driving solutions from concept through verification. As a senior member of the team, you won’t just execute studieS, you will own the usability engineering vision, identify what needs to happen before being asked, and translate complex insights into clear recommendations that influence product, engineering, and leadership teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, moves quickly from insight to action, and takes full responsibility for outcomes. What You’ll Be Doing Lead Human Factors Strategy & Execution: • Own the usability engineering roadmap across the product lifecycle—from early discovery to market release., • Anticipate user needs, risks, and system-level implications before issues arise., • Define the vision, strategy, and priorities for human factors activities and communicate them across cross-functional teams.Usability Engineering & Design Controls:, • Lead the creation and maintenance of Usability Engineering Files in accordance with IEC 62366 and FDA Human Factors guidance., • Identify user profiles, tasks, critical use scenarios, usability risks, and system requirements., • Translate user needs, UX research insights, clinical workflows, and business needs into actionable HFE requirements.User Research & Study Leadership:, • Independently plan, design, and execute formative and summative usability studies (hardware, software, or integrated systems)., • Manage external vendors and ensure high-quality execution, documentation, and data integrity., • Analyze behavioral and physiological data to uncover deep insights that drive product decisions.Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence:, • Champion usability, safety, accessibility, and quality across R&D, Engineering, UX, Clinical, Regulatory, and Marketing., • Facilitate workshops with customers, clinical partners, and internal teams to capture system-level insights and drive alignment., • Proactively identify gaps, propose solutions, and push initiatives forward with minimal supervision.Thought Leadership & Mentorship:, • Serve as a subject matter expert for Human Factors Engineering within the organization., • Mentor and guide junior team members on methodology, study design, analysis, and professional development., • Present insights and recommendations persuasively to technical and non-technical audiences, including leadership. What We’re Looking For • 5–8+ years of applied Human Factors Engineering experience in the medical device or healthcare technology industry., • Demonstrated ability to own the HFE strategy on complex products, anticipating challenges, proposing solutions, and driving execution., • Deep knowledge of IEC 62366, FDA HFE guidance, Design Controls, and risk management (ISO 14971)., • Proven experience planning, conducting, and documenting both formative and summative usability studies., • Experience synthesizing behavioral, physiological, and qualitative data into actionable design recommendations., • Familiarity with UX research or interaction design methods., • Strong workshop facilitation skills and experience collaborating with customers, clinicians, and multi-disciplinary teams., • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills/, • A proactive mindset with the ability to work autonomously, handle ambiguity, and deliver high-quality outcomes., • An advanced degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields is a plus., • Experience with diagnostic devices, point-of-care systems, or integrated hardware–software medical products. What We Offer (W2 Employment) • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to support your well-being., • Employer Contributions to Health Savings Accounts (HSA): Helping you save for medical expenses., • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses, plus a $200 Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)., • Disability Insurance: Short- and long-term coverage, fully paid by the employer., • Life and AD&D Insurance: Employer-provided coverage, with options for additional voluntary coverage., • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to personal and professional support resources., • Career Growth Opportunities: Pathways for advancement and skill development., • Team Engagement Activities: Regular team-building events and company-sponsored activities to foster collaboration and connection. Concord is an execution partner helping organizations drive digital transformation, modernization and scalable technology solutions. 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Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital communication products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation (RRC) seeks a talented, tenacious, results driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with likeminded motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists who are collectively responsible for creating custom geolocation and digital communications systems in support of national security defense. Core responsibilities include creative problem solving, researching or inventing advanced geolocation algorithms, implementing them in efficient software, testing with real-world data, and deploying to front-line customer facilities. RRC’s dynamic environment and diverse projects demand flexibility to learn new technologies quickly. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future. What are the primary responsibilities in the Geolocation DSP Engineer position? Under general supervision, this individual will work in a small team to conceive, design, implement, analyze, test, deploy, and maintain solutions for geolocation systems. Implementation includes algorithm development, analysis, system optimization and deployment strategies. The right candidate will be expected to demonstrate dedication, discipline, integrity, and team play leading to products that are well-structured, documented, and carefully tested. What required background will make you successful? • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical area such as; Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics, • Minimum 5 years experience in software engineering-related discipline, • Exceptional applied mathematics ability, • Demonstrated capability in scientific programming, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred skills: • Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant technical area; a minor in Applied Mathematics is helpful, • Strong physics fundamentals, • Exceptional applied mathematics ability reflected in a background in geolocation, signal processing or communication theory and practice, • Experience in system definition, development and deployment of geolocation algorithms and systems, preferably in a classified environment, • Familiarity with team coding concepts, version control, testing, and analysis of code performance, • Experience programming in C/C++ or Python Applicable background: • GPS or other navigation systems, • Electromagnetic propagation, • Relativity, • Multipath and interference mitigation, • Signal processing such as CAF processing and cyclostationary detection, • Signal modulation types and parameters, • RADAR processing, • Mathematical techniques such as non-linear optimization and statistical analysis, • Positioning algorithms such as MUSIC and TDOA/FDOA geolocation Where is the position located? This position can be located at our Centennial, CO office or our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job DescriptionWhy Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation seeks a Software Engineer to create cutting edge software and cloud computing solutions to challenging national security and defense signal processing, geolocation, and communication problems. You will work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly skilled and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the Advanced Software Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. You create effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, • Minimum 8 years' experience in software engineering-related discipline, • Proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability, • Proficient in C++ and Python in LINUX environments, • Demonstrated ability to design software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements, • Able and willing to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance - US citizenship required Additional desired background: • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Agile development processes, • Ability to mentor other engineers and provide technical advice to project leaders, • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position can be located at our Centennial, CO; Chantilly, VA offices or our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC's ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company's 401( k) Plan, • Employer discretionary contributions to the company's 401(k) Plan, • Compensatory (Comp) Time, • Education Reimbursement, • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care, • Flexible work schedule, hours, and casual work environment, • Best-in-industry employee perks including meals, holiday parties, company picnics, service reimbursements, charitable donation matching, beverages, and more! Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital communication products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation (RRC) seeks a talented, tenacious, results driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with likeminded motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists who are collectively responsible for creating custom geolocation and digital communications systems in support of national security defense. Core responsibilities include creative problem solving, researching or inventing advanced geolocation algorithms, implementing them in efficient software, testing with real-world data, and deploying to front-line customer facilities. RRC’s dynamic environment and diverse projects demand flexibility to learn new technologies quickly. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future. What are the primary responsibilities in the Sr. Software Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. You create effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. You also will provide technical leadership and guidance to junior team members and mentor others engineers to grow in their technical abilities. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Highly proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability, • Highly proficient in C++ and Python for engineering and scientific applications in LINUX environments, • Experience providing technical leadership and guidance to junior team member and mentoring other engineers to grow in their technical abilities, • Demonstrated ability to design the architecture of software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements, • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, • Minimum 15 years' experience in software engineering-related discipline, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred background: • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Agile development processes and leadership Where is the position located? This position can be located at our Centennial, CO; Chantilly, VA offices or our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation seeks a DSP Engineer to create cutting edge solutions to challenging national security and defense signal processing, geolocation, and communication problems. You will work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly skilled and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the Sr. DSP Engineer position? Core responsibilities include leading the design and implementation of digital signal processing systems for communication signals, radar signals, and other applications. This includes developing, deploying, maintaining, and testing software-based solutions. System development can include algorithm design, data analysis, hardware control, computational optimization, RF system modeling, field testing, error budget analysis, operational performance analysis, writing efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the signal processing technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or other equivalent field, • At least 15 years' experience in a signal processing engineering-related discipline, • Subject matter expert in DSP, including deep knowledge of DSP theory and a track record of successful system development, • Experience as a project technical lead and/or principle investigator, • Experience mentoring other engineers and providing technical advice to program management, • Proficient in C++ and/or Python in LINUX environments, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred background: • Cellular communications, satellite communications, modern modulation schemes, cyclostationary techniques, • Geolocation, radar signal processing, RF propagation and link budgets, RF system design, • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Experience as technical lead on proposal efforts, • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation seeks a Database/Web Engineer to create cutting edge software and cloud computing solutions to challenging national security and defense signal processing, geolocation, and communication problems. You will work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly skilled and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the Database/Web Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing and implementing data systems with both web and database components, analyzing and maintaining existing databases and web interfaces, and adding new features to operational systems. This will include implementing signal processing and other algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, providing applications to front-line customer facilities, and creating effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, • Proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability, • Proficient in C++ and Python in LINUX environments, • Proficient in SQL and/or NoSQL, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, • Demonstrated ability to design software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred background: • At least 3 years' experience in software engineering-related discipline, • Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks including Vue, React, Angular, • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Agile development processes, • Current TS/SCI clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Where is the position located? This position can be located our Centennial, CO office or our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description Mission Speechify is the easiest way to listen to the world's information. Articles on the web, documents in the cloud, books on your phone. We absorb it all and let you listen to it at your desk, on the go, at your own speed, and with tools that make learning easier, deeper, and faster. What streaming services have done for audio entertainment, we're doing for audio information. And whatever we're doing seems to be working. We're #1 in our category, and experiencing exponential growth. Overview We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Core Experiences Team. This team builds and maintains the foundational services and SDKs that power Speechify's product experience across platforms. It's a critical role for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of product and infrastructure, thinks strategically, and is passionate about designing clear, reliable APIs and simple systems that directly enhance the user experience. What You'll Do • Collaborate with Speechify's Product Teams to scope projects, find ways to reduce scope to get faster feedback from customers, navigate the integration/UX tradeoffs relevant to different product teams, and deliver solutions via our cross-platform SDK, • Optimize existing functionality to ship things like faster loading and more intelligent parsing by designing more efficient abstractions and improving our algorithms, • Systems thinking. You know that optimizing a system requires end-to-end design, and you believe simplicity is valuable., • Speed. You work quickly to generate ideas and options and know how to decide which things can ship now and what things need time, • Focus. We're a high-growth startup with a busy, remote team. You know how and when to engage or be heads down, • Collaboration. You know how to inspire, play, and negotiate with opinionated designers, marketers, and PMs, • Preferred Tech Stack:, • Kotlin Multiplatform (Java experience is OK but role is Kotlin Multiplatform), • A fast-growing environment where you can help shape the company and product., • An entrepreneurial-minded team that supports risk, intuition, and hustle., • A hands-off management approach so you can focus and do your best work., • An opportunity to make a big impact in a transformative industry., • Competitive salaries, a friendly and laid-back atmosphere, and a commitment to building a great asynchronous culture., • Opportunity to work on a life-changing product that millions of people use., • Build products that directly impact and support people with learning differences like dyslexia, ADD, low vision, concussions, autism, and more. Think you're a good fit for this job? Tell us more about yourself and why you're interested in the role when you apply. And don't forget to include links to your portfolio and LinkedIn. Not looking but know someone who would make a great fit? Refer them! Speechify is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Speechify does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation seeks a Software Engineer to create cutting edge software and cloud computing solutions to challenging national security and defense signal processing, geolocation, and communication problems. You will work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly skilled and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the Software Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing real-time cloud processing solutions, implementing advanced signal processing and geolocation algorithms with efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. You create effective user interfaces and data visualization tools. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Computer Engineering or Computer Science, • Proficient in modern software engineering practices for testability and readability, • Proficient in C++ and Python in LINUX environments, • Demonstrated ability to design software systems to ensure they achieve functionality, performance, scalability, and maintainability requirements, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred skills: • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Agile development processes, • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position can be located in our Centennial, CO; Chantilly, VA offices or at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job Description Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)? At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security. Rincon Research Corporation seeks a DSP Engineer to create cutting edge solutions to challenging national security and defense signal processing, geolocation, and communication problems. You will work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly skilled and motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, and computer scientists/engineers in a highly rewarding personal and professional environment. Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing, geolocation, and communication systems for the future! What are the primary responsibilities in the DSP Engineer position? Core responsibilities include designing and implementing digital signal processing systems for communication signals, radar signals, and other applications. This includes developing, deploying, maintaining, and testing software-based solutions. System development can include algorithm design, data analysis, hardware control, computational optimization, RF system modeling, field testing, error budget analysis, operational performance analysis, writing efficient software, testing with real data, and providing applications to front-line customer facilities. A key responsibility is staying up-to-date with the signal processing technologies, tools, and methodologies and experimenting with new technologies to incorporate innovative solutions into RRC projects. RRC personnel can expect to work across all functional areas: systems engineering, development, integration and test, deployment and O&M, and experience the direct mission feedback from the customer and seeing your project provide real-world contributions that make a significant difference. You’re encouraged and expected to propose things that you believe will improve the applications and frameworks you’re working in. The ability to work unsupervised with minimal direction and the ability to self-start is a must. What required background will make you successful? • Degree (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or other equivalent field, • Strong background in DSP, including knowledge of DSP theory as well as practical system development experience, • Proficient in C++ and/or Python in LINUX environments, • Ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI security clearance, • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED Preferred background: • At least 3 years' experience in a signal processing engineering-related discipline, • Cellular communications, satellite communications, modern modulation schemes, cyclostationary techniques, • Geolocation, radar signal processing, RF propagation and link budgets, RF system design, • DevOps and Cloud computing Experience (Gitlab, CI/CD, CVE mitigations, Docker, Kubernetes, PIP), • Current TS/SCI clearance Where is the position located? This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters. Remote work/telework is not available for this position. What benefits does RRC offer? • 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD), • Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care, • Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan, • Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP, • Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan

Job DescriptionDelta Solutions & Strategies is seeking a Combatant Command (COCOM) Space Liaison to provide Advisory and Assistance Services to Headquarters United States Space Force, Chief Operations Office (USSF/COO) in support of U.S. Southern Command. The U.S. Space Forces SOUTHERN (herein “Space-SOUTH”) component, located at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Tucson Arizona has an urgent and continuing need for contractor support to provide subject matter expertise and augmented functional expertise to meet a growing set of mission capabilities, planning, and administration of the command. COO is subject to the direction and control of the Chief of Space Operations (CSO) and directs the United States Space Force National Capital Region staff. SF/COO requires contractors technical, operational, and support advisory and assistance services to fulfill these missions. What you will be doing: • Conduct research, analysis, and assessment on Space capabilities as well as emerging Space technologies. Brief/submit assessments to Senior SOUTHCOM leadership, as required., • Support crisis action planning /continuity of operations. Build and display data sets, perform data mining, and assist with the operation of a Space Common Operating Picture platform., • Provide operational-level expertise in Space Force operations including orbital warfare, cybersecurity, readiness, strategic planning, and Space Command & Control. Assess all USSF elements, from missions and systems to personnel and processes and submit comprehensive assessment reports to guide and inform weight of effort and focus areas., • Interface and perform technical and programmatic liaison support with Combatant Commands (COCOMS), Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD), SAF/SP, SF/IA, and USSF field commands conducting or interfacing with programs, policies, strategies, plans, guidance, and support to global defense posture planning., • Coordinate action within the applicable division, other divisions, HQ Space Staff, and all other relevant stakeholders., • Build products for senior leaders; detailed mission analysis; personnel and facilities planning; contingency planning; guidance updates, security cooperation and partner engagement planning, program, and budget preparation., • Support deliberate planning process, development of operational strategy and doctrine. Assist in developing policy, guidance, and orders to USSF Field Commands. Identify and analyze concepts and technologies for investment., • Provide support to space functions supporting CCDR and components.Tracking/enabling space support to AOR operations. Assessment support to space document reviews of new architectures, capabilities, and shortfalls. Advising & briefing senior leadership on space programs, current issues, and shortfalls.Provide space integration expertise in support of CONOPS and/or plan development. Produce and process Space Support Request to integrate space forces/capabilities for Combatant Commands. Attend and produce products in support of the weekly Combined Forces Space Component Command Operations and Intelligence Brief. Coordinate cross-CCMD space effects/integration iso Combatant Command operations. Attend and participate in the Combatant Command Long Range Planning process. Produce and process request for information on space forces/capabilities to support planning and operations. Provide space expertise to the AOC iso the NC3 treats cell, target development, and the Analysis Correlation and Fusion cell., • Under Title 10, Section 331 authority, the contractor will create plans and orchestrate the proposal and approval process for U.S. military exchange programs including the Depart of the Air Force Exchange and Liaison Program (DAFELP), the Military Personnel Exchange Program (MPEP) and the Engineer and Scientist Exchange Program (ESEP). This effort includes coordinating with U.S. agencies (namely SAF/IA) and Partner nations to provide justification, content, and advocacy., • Review and evaluate multi-source, complex technical intelligence that varies in clarity and validity., • Maintain an active account and leverage the SOCIUM system (non-acronymous) for planning, budgeting, tracking, and reporting on international events in support of SSCI and other activities for Space-SOUTH, including Training and Equipment Lists (TELs)., • Regular strategic communication with senior government leadership, U.S. government agencies, commercial entities, and international partners within the USSOUTHCOM Area of Responsibility. What you will need:, • Master’s Degree plus a minimum of 15 years of experience in Space Operations and/or Space Control., • Space Analysis, Policy, Planning, or equivalent experience/responsibility., • Strong communicator/writer for senior COCOM leaders, • Familiarity with GPS support products, • WIC Graduate (preferred)

Job Description RFA Engineering () is an engineering service provider dedicated to delivering our clients with timely engineering support and expertise. We are seeking a growth-oriented candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will be onsite at our client's Tucson, AZ testing facility working with their mining equipment. This is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization. Mechanical Design Engineer - Hydraulics We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with a focus on hydraulic systems to support product design and integration. This role involves working closely with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams to develop efficient, cost-effective solutions. Key responsibilities include 3D modeling with Creo, creating 2D drawings, supporting assembly line challenges, and troubleshooting hydraulic systems. Responsibilities • Communication with suppliers and customers on product selection and integration, • Use of Creo and Windchill to support 3-D Modeling of components, sheet metal and hydraulic or electrical routings., • Creation and support of 2D drawings and specification documentation, • Work with manufacturing, quality, product verification and validation, customer support and suppliers to develop efficient and cost-effective designs, • Support Assembly Line challenges, • Using Hydraulic Schematics to troubleshoot and validate system function., • Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Agricultural Engineering or related degree, • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or hobbies, • Excellent communication both written and verbal, • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments, • Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills, • Experience in 3-D Modeling Software; Creo (Preferred), • Previous experience with Windchill or PDMLink, • Strong understanding of GD&T, • Design experience with off-highway equipment, • Ability to address quality issues, determine root cause and drive to a corrective action, • Desire to work in an engineering environment focusing on robust & cost effective designs, • Experience working with Hydraulic or Electrical Systems Visa sponsorship is NOT available for this position. About RFA Engineering RFA Engineering has provided product development and engineering services to industry leading customers since 1943. Our primary focus is the development of off highway equipment including agricultural, construction, mining, recreational, industrial, and special machines. Our work includes concept development, product design, documentation, problem-solving, simulation, optimization, and testing of components, systems and complete machines. Our engineering staff is located at our Engineering Center in Eden Prairie, MN, branch office in Dubuque, IA, and at numerous customer sites throughout the U.S. Competitive Benefits • Health and Dental Insurance, • Health Savings Account, • TelaDoc: Virtual Health Care, • Vision Insurance, • Company Paid / Supplemental Life Insurance, • Company Paid Long-Term Disability, • Supplemental Short-Term Disability, • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k), • Flexible Spending Plan Dependent Care, • Bonus Plan (Exempt Employees Only), • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Paid Holidays, • Bereavement Leave, • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job Description Job Title: Test Systems Technical & Execution Leads (Level IV) – Cleared Location: Tucson, AZ (100% Onsite) Program: Effectors Test Equipment Engineering (TEE) Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off) Security Clearance: Active Secret (Required to Start) Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Total Openings: 8 Pay: Up to $83/hr ROLE 1 – Principal Test Systems Technical Lead Engineer (ENG04) • Openings: 3, • Experience Required: 8+ years or 5+ years with Advanced STEM degree, • Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering (Electrical, Systems, Mechanical, Software, or related STEM discipline), • Core Focus: Technical leadership and execution oversight for test systems supporting production and tactical programs, • Key Skills & Tools:, • Test systems design, integration, verification, and validation, • Hardware and software development in engineering or production environments, • System-level troubleshooting, diagnostics, and maintenance, • Leadership of multi-discipline engineering teams, • Requirements definition, scope management, and technical documentation, • Responsibilities:, • Serve as the technical lead for program execution and milestone delivery, • Communicate directly with Program Management and Integrated Product Teams, • Define and allocate work across engineering disciplines, • Oversee design, build, and integration of test system hardware and software, • Present project status, risks, and technical data to leadership teams, • Attend and contribute to Change Control Boards (CCBs) and Failure Review Boards (FRBs), • Provide guidance, training, and direction to engineering staff, • Travel up to 20% for development or system delivery support ROLE 2 – Principal Test Systems Test Execution Lead (ENG04) • Openings: 5, • Experience Required: 8+ years or 5+ years with Advanced STEM degree, • Education: Bachelor’s in Engineering (Electrical, Systems, Mechanical, Software, or related STEM discipline), • Core Focus: Project and program execution leadership for test systems, including Earned Value Management and cross-functional coordination, • Key Skills & Tools:, • Program and project management (EVMS, IMS, IMP, EAC), • Test systems development and production support, • Hardware/software integration, verification, and validation, • Budgeting, scheduling, and cost control, • Proposal and contract management (BOE, BCR, SOW), • Cross-functional leadership across electrical, software, and mechanical teams, • Responsibilities:, • Direct and manage test execution teams across multiple engineering functions, • Oversee project delivery from design through production and sustainment, • Manage performance metrics, risk mitigation, and resource allocation, • Coordinate with finance, planning, and program management for EVMS compliance, • Generate proposals, budgets, schedules, and cost estimates, • Develop and present technical and performance reports to leadership, • Support transition from development to production test systems Common Requirements (Both Roles) • Active Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship required, • Onsite in Tucson, AZ (no remote option), • 8+ years’ experience in test systems engineering, integration, or project leadership, • Strong background in hardware/software test systems and multi-discipline coordination, • Experience leading teams through full product life cycle (development to production), • Excellent technical writing, presentation, and communication skills, • Ability to manage cost, schedule, and technical performance simultaneously

Job DescriptionSalary: Hardware Support Engineer Location: Arizona (Canary Systems Office) Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office Only Industry: Technology / Engineering / Instrumentation Company: Canary Systems, Inc. About Us Founded in 1997, Canary Systems, Inc. is a fast-growing, innovative technology company specializing in civil engineering, monitoring and instrumentation. Our work spans multiple industries including: • Construction, • Mining, • Geotechnical, • Industrial, • Public Infrastructure We are recognized globally for our proprietary MLSuite software and leadership in risk management and monitoring solutions.Headquartered in New Hampshire, we have additional offices in Arizona, Tennessee, California, Canada, Australia, Brazil, and Indonesiaoffering strong career advancement and professional growth opportunities. Position Summary Were hiring a Hardware Support Engineer for our Arizona office. This is a hands-on, in-office role focused on: • Supporting clients and internal teams, • Integrating hardware and software systems Key Responsibilities • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with clients and internal teams, • Manage client support tickets through internal systems, • Learn and utilize:, • CRBasic programming (Campbell Scientific devices) Training provided, • MLBasic Proprietary language for MLBase/MLRemote hardware, • Integrate instrumentation with MLSuite software:, • Research instrument capabilities, • Define technical requirements, • Document integration methodologies, • Perform thorough testing of hardware and software, • Provide ongoing technical support Preferred Qualifications • Strong technical troubleshooting ability, • Solid understanding of electronics, • Familiarity with:, • Serial communication protocols, • Wi-Fi networking & configuration, • TCP/UDP network protocols, • Binary and hexadecimal math, • CRBasic programming (preferred, not required) Ideal Candidate Traits • Independent and collaborative work style, • Detail-oriented and well-organized, • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • Self-driven and proactive, • Willingness to travel as needed Benefits & Perks • Supportive and skilled team environment, • Clear career advancement path, • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits:, • Health and life insurance, • Paid time off (PTO), • Retirement plan, • Volunteer PTO, • Fitness reimbursements, • And more Additional Info Location: Arizona office Work Model: Full-time, in-office Equal Opportunity Employer No phone calls, please Ready to Join Us? Be a part of our innovative team and build a rewarding career in technology and engineering. Apply now!

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Paid time off Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute strategies for a cobot and automation product portfolio. Lead product lifecycle management, from introduction to end-of-life. Stay updated on industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies. Lead the design and development of complete automation and cobot cells, including layout, process flow, and equipment selection. Create and maintain detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs) for automation projects; manage procurement of equipment, hardware, and software. Oversee installation and commissioning of automation systems, ensuring performance, quality, and safety standards are met. Integrate cobots with existing machinery, sensors, and software. Develop and maintain software interfaces for sensors, actuators, PLCs, HMIs, and related equipment. Debug and resolve hardware, software, and network issues. Perform advanced troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and rapid issue resolution for equipment, tooling, and automation systems. Manage and execute multiple automation and cobot projects simultaneously, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery. Develop and manage detailed project plans with clear roles, responsibilities, and timelines. Conduct simulation tests and system validations to refine integration processes. Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Sales, Marketing, and Engineering teams to optimize workflows and support business goals. Build and lead cross-functional technical teams, including sales engineers, application engineers, and integrators. Develop training materials and provide hands-on training for operators, maintenance staff, and engineers on new automation and cobot systems. Support employees on cobot operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Ensure all automation and cobot systems meet OSHA, ISO, and ANSI/RIA safety standards. Perform risk assessments and configure safety-rated monitored stops, hand guiding, and speed/separation monitoring. Validate safety interlocks and maintain compliance with regulatory and company standards. Perform other responsibilities as deemed appropriate or necessary by management. Required Skills and Qualifications: Technical Skills: Bachelors or advanced degree in Robotics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred. 10 + years of experience in automation, programming, or related technical roles. Hands-on experience with cobots (collaborative robots) and FANUC industrial robots. Strong proficiency in robotics, embedded systems, C/C++, Python, and common communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, ROS). Excellent debugging skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues. Experience in automation cell design from concept through commissioning. Knowledge of safety standards for robotic and automated systems (ANSI/RIA, ISO). Ability to analyze data, understand process flows, and respond to process variations. Ability to create training programs and technical documentation tailored for operators and technicians. Demonstrated project management and problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization. Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing priorities under deadline pressure. Soft Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, self-driven attitude. Capable of working independently and within a team environment. Adaptable to fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing settings. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, and bending. Work performed in an automation/manufacturing setting with exposure to noise, chemicals, and machinery. Must be able to wear appropriate PPE (safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, etc.).

Job DescriptionJob Summary Lunewave Inc. is a high tech startup company developing advanced antenna technology for a broad range of applications including radar sensors, passive RF direction finding systems, millimeter wave imagers, wireless communication, SATCOM, etc. We have an exciting opportunity for a Radar / RF System Engineer to join Lunewave Engineering team in Tucson, AZ. The successful candidate must have advanced conceptual understanding of radar and / or RF systems with a solid understanding of related hardware development and the systems engineering process. This position will support the full life cycle of multiple active and passive RF sensors from conceptual development through field support. Experience in aerospace industry as well as telecom industry is helpful. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Candidate should have strong expertise in radar and / or RF system design, and be familiar with trade studies, models, and algorithms in MATLAB or similar programming languages., • Conceptualizes and articulates innovative solutions to highly technical and complex engineering problems related to RF / radar system design with an emphasis on hardware specification and architecture. Familiarity with signal processing is a strong plus., • Will participate in RF / radar hardware development including front end antenna technology and back in processing components leading system development, integration, verification, validation, and debug., • Will perform trade studies and create models to evaluate competing solutions and provide recommendations for best courses of action., • Will provide guidance and support for Radar and RF system testing and data analysis., • Interacts with internal and external personnel on technical matters related to RF system design requiring coordination between organizations., • Provides leadership, direction and guidance for research into the solution of radar and / or RF related engineering problems., • Advises or directs the planning for the implementation of engineering solutions, including strategic objectives and timetables for technical development., • Participates or directs the allocation of technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives., • Prepares status/progress reports and ensure compliance, reporting, and safety standards are maintained., • Functions as a key participant in attracting and retaining engineering business as well as professional staff., • Effectively counsels, mentors and transfers highly specialized technical engineering knowledge to team members., • Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information., • Performs other duties as assigned., • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Job Qualifications • Requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; five or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, three or more years of experience with a masters degree or with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education., • Has demonstrated leadership ability by directing/developing the solution(s) to highly technical and complex engineering problems, and has been a key participant in attracting and retaining engineering business as well as professional staff., • Expertise in RF / microwave engineering and related simulation software tools is a strong plus., • Must also possess excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, be customer focused, and able to work on a self-initiated basis or in a team environment. MeIxFgdJp9

Job Description About Applied Energetics Applied Energetics is redefining the state of the art in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies for defense and national security applications. Guided by our vision, "Directed Energy, Anywhere", we build compact, high-performance systems that protect the warfighter and enable decisive advantages across the modern battlespace. Why This Role Matters We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Optical Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, testing, and integration of advanced beam directors and optical control systems with the lasers that power our next generation directed energy systems. In this role you will be part of our multidisciplinary engineering team executing our mission by pioneering scalable ultrashort pulse directed energy solutions that defend and secure our nation's future. What You'll Do • Design, model, and optimize optical subsystems that include beam train assemblies; beam directors; and beam steering, pointing, and stabilization systems., • Evaluate and compare designs through tolerance and sensitivity analysis to optimize the system for performance, stability, and ruggedness., • Collaborate with control systems and software teams to implement precision beam pointing, stabilization, and tracking mechanisms., • Develop designs to integrate gimbal mounts, fast steering mirrors, deformable mirrors, and mechatronic actuators into the beam delivery system., • Integrate optical sensors such as cameras, position sensors, wavefront sensors, etc. into tracking and control systems., • Develop optical techniques for target acquisition, tracking, and image-based beam control., • Work alongside software engineers to develop and integrate advanced tracking methods using machine vision and AI/ML algorithms., • Build R&D breadboards, assemble prototypes, and test and characterize their performance to validate the optical and system design., • Work with other optical engineers to integrate optical subsystems into the overall platform by aligning the subsystems and validating their performance., • Troubleshooting optical issues during engineering, prototyping, field testing, and release to production., • Develop alignment strategies, procedures, and documentation to enable efficient, consistent, and repeatable manufacture. Qualifications • Bachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field., • 5+ years' experience in optical engineering, or closely related disciplines., • Hands-on experience with the design and constructions of beam directors and optical control systems., • Extensive experience with high accuracy beam steering and target tracking., • In-depth knowledge and understanding of laser beam propagation and optical system design in general, and specifically high energy, ultrashort pulse beam delivery., • Experience using software tools for modelling optical systems such as Zemax, OpticStudio, Code V, LightTools, etc., • Demonstrated laboratory skills with opto-mechanical setups, optical alignment techniques, and diagnostic tools and equipment., • An understanding of component and sub-system performance under various environmental conditions and the combined effect on system-level performance., • S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. Desired Qualifications • Experience with ultrashort pulse lasers., • Experience designing laser cavities and laser systems, and nonlinear optics., • Experience working in DoD or aerospace systems development environments. Your Toolkit • The ability to use simulation tools to develop optical models that accurately describe real-world systems., • Strong hands-on experimental skills., • Innovative thinking with solid analytical and problem-solving skills., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with evolving requirements., • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to translate and explain complex ideas to non-experts., • The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers., • Demonstrate AE's core values of Trust, Innovation, Quality, Agility, and Bold Leadership. Why Join Applied Energetics? • Work on breakthrough directed energy systems at the frontier of defense innovation., • Help shape next-generation beam directors and optical architectures for critical DoD missions., • Collaborate with a world-class team pushing the limits of laser science and engineering., • Competitive salary, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, PTO, Federal Holidays, Personal Holidays, Tuition/Loan Reimbursement and others. How to Apply Please apply on our company website Job Listings - Applied Energetics, Inc Jobs Applied Energetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We comply with all applicable federal and state employment laws prohibiting discrimination and will administer all personnel actions in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Job Description About Applied Energetics Applied Energetics is redefining the state of the art in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies for defense and national security applications. Guided by our vision, "Directed Energy, Anywhere", we build compact, high-performance systems that protect the warfighter and enable decisive advantages across the modern battlespace. Why This Role Matters We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the design, integration, and ruggedization of our laser hardware, beam delivery systems, and optical subsystems for next generation directed energy platforms. In this role you will be part of our multidisciplinary engineering team executing our mission by pioneering scalable ultrashort pulse directed energy solutions that defend and secure our nation's future. What You'll Do • Lead the mechanical design and packaging of fiber and free-space oscillator and amplifier modules, and precision optical assemblies., • Design mechanical assemblies for fiber laser and amplifier sub-systems such as pump modules, fiber trays, fiber splices, and connectors., • Design mechanical assemblies for free-space laser and amplifier sub-systems such as pump modules, gain modules, fixed and adjustable optical mounts, and alignment fixtures., • Perform thermal analysis of the designs considering conductive, convective, and radiative cooling of solid and fluid components. Use these models to optimize thermo-mechanical performance., • Perform structural analysis of the designs to optimize performance in terms of stiffness, vibration, shock, and fatigue., • Build and maintain complete 3D CAD models of the mechanical designs., • Produce and maintain engineering drawings, system BOMs (bills of materials) and other engineering and design documentation., • Identify and work with vendors to procure high-quality, cost-optimized parts in a timely manner., • Work closely with the multidisciplinary design team with hands-on prototype assembly, characterization, and testing to validate design criteria for stability, repeatability, and survivability under field conditions. Qualifications • Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field., • 5+ years' experience in mechanical engineering or closely related disciplines., • A strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals., • Hands-on experience with laser and optical systems design and integration., • In-depth experience with the analysis of thermo-mechanical and fluid-mechanical systems, together with methods for designing thermally optimized systems., • A deep understanding of materials and their properties and how they affect the system performance of important mechanical requirements such as strength, stability, rigidity, thermo-mechanical performance, and endurance., • Demonstrated experience designing systems for optical alignment stability and environmental survivability in SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power)-optimized architectures., • Past experience designing for manufacturability considering metrics such as quality, cost, and ease of manufacture., • Experience designing for performance, reliability, and safety as defined by MIL-STD or similar specifications., • S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance. Desired Qualifications • Familiarity designing ultrashort pulse laser products., • Experience working in DoD or aerospace systems development environments. Your Toolkit • Extensive experience with computer design, simulation, and analysis software such as SolidWorks, ANSYS, COMSOL or equivalents., • The ability to contribute as part of a multidisciplinary team to successfully bring complex optical technologies to market., • Innovative thinker with solid analytical and problem-solving skills., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with evolving requirements., • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to translate and explain complex ideas to non-experts., • The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team collaborating closely with optical, electrical, software, and systems engineers., • Demonstrate AE's core values of Trust, Innovation, Quality, Agility, and Bold Leadership. Why Join Applied Energetics? • Work on breakthrough directed energy systems at the frontier of defense innovation., • Help shape next-generation beam directors and optical architectures for critical DoD missions., • Collaborate with a world-class team pushing the limits of laser science and engineering., • Competitive salary, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, PTO, Federal Holidays, Personal Holidays, Tuition/Loan Reimbursement and others. How to Apply Please apply on our company website Job Listings - Applied Energetics, Inc Jobs Applied Energetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We comply with all applicable federal and state employment laws prohibiting discrimination and will administer all personnel actions in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. MECHANICAL ENGINEER I/II - SPACE PAYLOADS Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Mechanical Engineer I/II based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will have the opportunity to support multiple advanced space payload and IRAD programs. In this role you will contribute to technical programs across all phases, and be an integral part of the design, development, build, and test of flight hardware. To be successful in this role, you must bring curiosity, collaboration, and keen attention to detail. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! (Please note: this position can be hired at the Mechanical Engineer I or Mechanical Engineer II level) WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Produce mechanical concepts and designs for a wide variety of hardware and projects, • Work with machine shops and vendors to complete fabrication of designs, • See designs through to successful integration and test, • Use investigative and trouble-shooting skills to assess issues and develop resolutions in the lab, • Work proactively to complete tasks with guidance as needed, • Communicate effectively with direct supervisor, project management, customers, and team members across disciplines, • Contribute to program and customer meetings and reviews, • Attend technical interchange meetings with team members and other project personnel, and represent the organization in matters pertaining to the development of the project(s), • Provide status on assigned tasks and program schedules, • Provide document review and resolve technical engineering and integration issues, • Support travel as required, including working off-site QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS MECHANICAL ENGINEER I: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, • Mechanical design experience, • Strong computer skills and experience with CAD modeling and drawing, • Ability to write clear and comprehensive technical documentation, • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL BRING AS MECHANICAL ENGINEER II: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, • 2+ years of mechanical design experience, • Strong computer skills and experience with CAD modeling and drawing, • Ability to write clear and comprehensive technical documentation, • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Experience with FEA/FEM, • Experience with mechanism design, • Experience with materials engineering and processes, • Experience with environmental testing, • Experience with SolidWorks or NX, • Experience in implementation and understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, • Experience with documentation process controls, • Experience with mechanical design associated with optical and electro-optical systems, • Hands-on experience with optical systems, telescope systems, laser systems, and/or space systems, • Experience designing optical mounts for use in various demanding applications and environments, • Experience performing and working in a dynamic role, • Ability to manage time and resources in order to meet assigned deadlines, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to problem solve, • Team player who incorporates a team-based success philosophy and seeks mentorship 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 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 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.

Job Description Job Title: Electrical Engineer (Levels II–IV) – Cleared Location: Tucson, AZ (100% Onsite) Program: Effectors Test Equipment Engineering Work Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off) Security Clearance: Active Secret (Required to Start) Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Total Openings: 12 LEVEL II – Electrical Engineer II (ENG02) • Openings: 1, • Pay: Up to $67.50/hr, • Experience Required: 2+ years or Advanced STEM degree, • Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering discipline (STEM required), • Core Focus: Entry to mid-level test equipment design and troubleshooting support, • Key Skills & Tools:, • Electrical design, troubleshooting, and test, • Schematic capture tools (Altium, DX Designer, Mentor Capital, Creo Schematic), • Test equipment: Oscilloscopes, DMMs, Network Analyzers, Power Meters, • Circuit design, schematic interpretation, electrical documentation, • Responsibilities:, • Support design, development, and integration of test products, • Perform power analysis, RF chain analysis, and error budget analysis, • Execute design activities under supervision within multi-discipline teams LEVEL III – Senior Electrical Engineer (ENG03) • Openings: 3, • Pay: Up to $80/hr, • Experience Required: 5+ years or 3+ years with Advanced STEM degree, • Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering discipline (STEM required), • Core Focus: Mid-level leadership on design projects, cost/schedule accountability, • Key Skills & Tools:, • Electrical engineering design, analysis, and test, • Analog, digital, or RF system design and integration, • Troubleshooting and root cause analysis, • Tools: Altium, DX Designer, Mentor Capital, Creo Schematic, • Project management, proposal support, documentation, presentation, • Responsibilities:, • Lead design and integration of test systems for engineering and production, • Create technical drawings, schematics, and wiring/cabling documentation, • Manage project deliverables, timelines, and cost within assigned scope LEVEL IV – Principal Electrical Engineer (ENG04) • Openings: 8, • Pay: Up to $91/hr, • Experience Required: 8+ years or 5+ years with Advanced STEM degree, • Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering discipline (STEM required), • Core Focus: Senior-level leadership across projects, system-level design ownership, • Key Skills & Tools:, • Advanced analog/digital/RF circuit design and system integration, • Project leadership, cross-functional team coordination, • Electrical test system development and validation, • Root-cause analysis, process improvement, and mentoring junior engineers, • Software debugging tools, integrated development environments (IDEs), • Tools: Altium, DX Designer, Mentor Capital, Creo Schematic, • Responsibilities:, • Lead full lifecycle development of test systems from concept through delivery, • Provide technical oversight and strategic direction for project execution, • Ensure design integrity, schedule adherence, and compliance with defense requirements Common Requirements (All Levels) • Active Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship required, • Onsite in Tucson, AZ (no remote option), • Experience developing or supporting test systems for complex hardware, • Hands-on use of test instruments (Oscilloscopes, DMMs, Analyzers), • Strong communication and collaboration skills, • Ability to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals in a team setting

Job Description About Applied Energetics Applied Energetics is redefining the state of the art in ultrashort pulse laser and directed energy technologies for defense and national security applications. Guided by our vision, "Directed Energy, Anywhere", we build compact, high-performance systems that protect the warfighter and enable decisive advantages across the modern battlespace. Why This Role Matters We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer, to play a key role in the design, development, testing, and integration of advanced beam directors and optical control systems with the lasers that power our next generation directed energy systems. In this role you will be part of our multidisciplinary engineering team executing our mission by pioneering scalable ultrashort pulse directed energy solutions that defend and secure our nation's future. What You'll Do • Lead the design and development of custom electronics and control architectures that enable precision operation, safety, and real-time responsiveness of our directed energy systems., • Design and develop precision electronics to control all aspects of advanced fiber and solid-state laser sources., • Design and develop custom electronics for optical sub-systems such as actuators, sensors, acousto-optic and electro-optic modulators, and interlock systems., • Design and develop custom control electronics for beam director sub-systems such as fast steering mirrors, galvos, deformable mirrors, and other motion control hardware., • Design and develop control architectures to enable the required system performance and provide integration of subsystems such as laser controllers, power management electronics, and beam director control systems., • Design and layout custom printed circuit boards and work with vendors to procure prototypes as well as production-ready parts., • Collaborate with software engineers to develop and implement embedded systems and real-time control algorithms for essential system functions such as laser stabilization, pulse timing, beam steering, motion control, and sensor feedback., • Integrate low-level hardware interfaces with higher-level systems to enable overall platform operation., • Test and debug electronic systems to ensure proper operation within the integrated laser and beam director platform., • Optimize designs for SWaP reduction (size, weight, and power) without sacrificing performance, reliability, or environmental robustness., • Support the lab team by designing prototype electronics needed for experiments to build, characterize, and troubleshoot directed energy systems., • Create and maintain hardware specifications, block diagrams, schematics, and interface documentation. Qualifications • Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field., • 5+ years' experience in control systems engineering, or closely related disciplines., • A deep understanding of electrical engineering principles in general and control electronics in particular., • Proven track record designing control electronics for complex integrated systems, procuring prototypes, testing and debugging, and releasing the final optimized design for manufacture., • Experience with software tools used for simulation, circuit design, and layout such as Altium, PADS, OrCAD, LTspice, COMSOL, SIMULINK, etc., • Experience with signal conditioning, grounding, low-noise design, and EMC/EMI best practices., • Knowledge and experience of communication protocols and hardware interfaces such as SPI, UART, CAN, USB, ethernet, I2C, etc., • Experience with MIL-STD requirements and the design of ruggedized systems that operate in diverse environments., • Experience designing electronic controls for lasers and other optical devices and systems., • Experience with control systems for ultrashort pulse lasers and systems., • Experience with real-time embedded systems., • Experience working in DoD or aerospace systems development environments. Your Toolkit • The ability to understand the overall system requirements and operating principles and design control schemes that enables successful operation., • Strong hands-on experimental skills., • Innovative thinking with solid analytical and problem-solving skills., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced engineering environment with evolving requirements., • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to translate and explain complex ideas to non-experts., • The ability to work cooperatively in a multidisciplinary team collaborating closely with mechanical, optical, software, and systems engineers to ensure the team's success., • Demonstrate AE's core values of Trust, Innovation, Quality, Agility, and Bold Leadership. Why Join Applied Energetics? • Work on breakthrough directed energy systems at the frontier of defense innovation., • Help shape next-generation beam directors and optical architectures for critical DoD missions., • Collaborate with a world-class team pushing the limits of laser science and engineering. Please apply on our company website Job Listings - Applied Energetics, Inc Jobs Applied Energetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We comply with all applicable federal and state employment laws prohibiting discrimination and will administer all personnel actions in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Job Description 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. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions. SENIOR QUALITY ENGINEER II Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) challenges for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. Building on more than 20 years of electro-optical and infrared systems innovation from Geost, Optical Systems delivers solutions to the warfighter for responsive, scalable sensing solutions across all orbital domains. As a Senior Quality Engineer II based at our Optical Systems site in Tucson, AZ, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest levels of quality, reliability, and mission assurance for advanced space payload programs. In this role, you will lead program-level quality activities, review and implement contractual and technical requirements, and ensure effective quality flow-down to internal teams, suppliers, and subcontractors. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space! WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: • Act as the quality assurance and mission assurance representative for assigned space programs, ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements, • Lead program-level quality planning, execution, and oversight across design, manufacturing, integration, and test phases, • Review customer contracts, statements of work (SOWs), and technical requirements to identify applicable quality, mission assurance, and regulatory requirements, • Ensure effective flow-down of contractual, quality, and mission assurance requirements to internal implementation through procedures, work instructions, inspection plans, and test documentation, • Review, define, and approve quality and mission assurance flow-downs for suppliers and subcontractors through purchase orders, subcontracts, quality clauses, and quality notes, • Partner with Supply Chain, Contracts, Engineering, and Program Management to ensure subcontractor SOWs and PO packages include complete and compliant quality requirements, • Verify supplier and subcontractor implementation of flowed-down requirements through audits, source inspections, NCR/RCCA activity, and performance monitoring, • Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured methodologies such as 8D, Fishbone, and 5-Why, • Lead and support risk management activities, including FMEA and program risk assessments, • Support and participate in internal, external, customer, and regulatory audits (AS9100, ISO 9001, customer audits), • Develop, maintain, and utilize Power BI dashboards to analyze and communicate quality performance, trends, risks, and program health metrics (e.g., NCR trends, RCCA aging, FPY, supplier performance), • Support and leverage Power Apps and SharePoint-based tools to standardize, automate, and improve quality workflows such as NCRs, RCCAs, inspections, approvals, and data collection, • Prepare and present program quality status, mission assurance metrics, and risk summaries to internal leadership and external customers, • Mentor junior quality engineers and promote a quality-first, data-driven culture across the organization, • Support continuous improvement initiatives and other quality-related tasks as assigned, • Support integration, environmental, and qualification test campaigns by providing quality and mission assurance oversight before, during, and after test execution, • Review and approve test readiness artifacts, quality requirements, and acceptance criteria to ensure compliance prior to test start, • Participate in on-site and off-site test campaigns as required to support mission assurance, anomaly resolution, and data review, • Travel as required to support test campaigns, supplier activities, audits, source inspections, and program milestones, • Perform other duties as assigned in support of quality strategy, compliance, and cross-functional program execution YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: • Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance, • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline, • 8+ years of experience in quality engineering within aerospace, defense, or space systems, • Strong working knowledge of AS9100, mission assurance principles, and aerospace quality systems, • Demonstrated experience reviewing contracts, SOWs, and customer requirements and supporting effective requirement flow-down to internal teams and external suppliers or subcontractors, • Proven experience leading root cause analysis, corrective actions, and risk management activities, • Experience with supplier and subcontractor quality management, audits, and performance metrics, • Experience using Power BI to develop or interpret quality dashboards and performance metrics, • Experience using Power Apps, SharePoint, or similar digital tools to support quality data collection and workflow automation, • Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: • Master's degree in Engineering, Quality, or Business Management, • Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent certification, • Experience with spaceflight hardware, optical payloads, or mission-critical systems, • Familiarity with ITAR and export compliance requirements, • Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), • Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) certification, • Experience developing or applying quality clauses, quality notes, and mission assurance requirements for subcontracted hardware, software, or services 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, • Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally as required to support test campaigns, supplier oversight, and program needs 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 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.

Job Description This job requires an active Top Secret / SCI clearance (with CI Polygraph eligibility). Please apply only if you currently hold an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. North Point Technology is hiring a hands-on Systems Engineer to own, harden, and scale GEOINT capabilities for NGA's Chinook modernization. You'll drive architecture and integration, build interoperable systems, and ship automation that accelerates analysts and mission partners across the enterprise. Locations: Gaithersburg, MD (primary); Alexandria, VA; Chantilly, VA; Aurora, CO; St. Louis, MO; Tucson, AZ Clearance: Top Secret with SCI eligibility; able to obtain Polygraph Responsibilities * Support system architecture, requirements development, integration planning, and configuration management. * Provide engineering expertise across the full lifecycle—from concept through deployment and sustainment. * Collaborate with Customer and contractor teams to ensure interoperability, scalability, and mission alignment. * Evaluate and recommend tools, techniques, and processes for system development and integration. * Develop and maintain technical documentation (ICDs, engineering reports, diagrams, and specs). * Participate in technical reviews, readiness assessments, and milestone events. * Analyze system performance and recommend optimizations. Basic Qualifications * U.S. citizenship (per contract). * Bachelor's in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field with 4–8 years' experience; or Master's with 2–6 years. * Strong grasp of SE principles: requirements management, integration & test, configuration control. * Familiarity with MBSE tools/methods (e.g., Cameo, SysML). * Experience in DoD or Intelligence Community environments. * Proficiency with Atlassian (JIRA, Confluence), Microsoft 365, and collaboration platforms. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications * INCOSE SEP, CISSP, Security+, or similar credentials. * Experience supporting the Customer's programs and GEOINT lifecycle. * Knowledge of cloud architectures (AWS, C2S) and DevSecOps environments. * Familiarity with Agile and SAFe practices. * Direct experience supporting GEOINT missions. North Point Technology is THE BEST place to work for curious-minded engineers motivated to support our country's most crucial missions! We focus on long term projects, leveraging the latest technology in support of innovative solutions to solve our customer's most difficult problems. At North Point Technology, EMPLOYEES come first! We value our employees by providing excellent compensation, benefits, and a flexible work-life balance. We strive for a close-knit and open atmosphere where the owners are always directly available to our team members. Come join us! Apply with North Point Technology today! For positions requiring a federal security clearance, your clearance level must be clearly identified on your resume.