# Principal Spacecraft GNC Engineer - Secret Clearance at Rocket Lab

- Company: Rocket Lab
- What the company does: The end-to-end space company delivering reliable launch services, spacecraft, satellite components. Backed by Bessemer and Khosla.
- Company website: https://www.rocketlabusa.com/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Long Beach, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-30
- Apply by: 2026-12-14
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/8107846003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-principal-spacecraft-gnc-engineer-secret-clearance/

## About the role

Based out of Rocket Lab’s global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Principal Spacecraft GNC Engineer - Secret Clearance is responsible for leading GNC and ADCS development for Rocket Lab’s growing fleet of diverse spacecraft. You will demonstrate a firm grasp of spacecraft GNC concepts and applications. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- B.S and 12+ years of industry experience in GNC/ADCS
- Active Secret clearance, with ability to obtain TS/SCI
- Prior experience directly interfacing with aerospace customers in the commercial or government sectors
- U.S citizenship is required, due to program requirements

Tags: Space Systems Software

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-principal-spacecraft-gnc-engineer-secret-clearance/