# Senior Systems Safety Engineer I 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: Senior
- Location: Long Beach, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-29
- Apply by: 2026-12-13
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/rocketlab/jobs/8049802003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/rocket-lab-senior-systems-safety-engineer-i/

## About the role

At Rocket Lab, our Safety & Mission Assurance Team is at the heart of every successful launch. As a Senior Systems Safety Engineer I, you’ll play a critical role in working with range safety authorities to ensure the safe ground processing of spacecraft and ground support equipment at launch ranges. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, systems, or aerospace engineering, or other technical discipline
- 5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering role (system safety, certification, aerospace, and/or design of spacecraft) with a focus on regulatory compliance, requirements, or safety
- Demonstrated deep understanding of ground safety process. Must have experience with safety and compliance standards and requirements, applying those requirements, and justifying non-compliance when applicable
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent safety programs and effectively prioritize and execute tasking
- Strong ability to read, interpret, and develop electrical, interface, and system technical documentation
- US Citizenship is required due to program requirements

Tags: USA Space Systems

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