Flight Software Intern - Neutron

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 e...

Neutron is Rocket Lab's new, medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle currently under development. The Neutron Flight Software (FSW) team develops software for Neutron's on-board Command & Data Handling System and its peripheral systems including telemetry and commanding capability, avionics sensor and actuator communic...

Within the Neutron Flight Software Team, the Flight Software Intern will be responsible for tooling development related to telemetry and commanding interfaces, (simulation) data post-processing, testing, robustness improvements and visualization.

Neutron is Rocket Lab's new, medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle currently under development. The Neutron Flight Software (FSW) team develops software for Neutron's on-board Command & Data Handling System and its peripheral systems including telemetry and commanding capability, avionics sensor and actuator communication, engine control software, and Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) software. This extends to the services, tools, and interface definitions required to support development, testing, simulation, and operations across all phases of the program. 
Within the Neutron Flight Software Team, the Flight Software Intern will be responsible for tooling development related to telemetry and commanding interfaces, (simulation) data post-processing, testing, robustness improvements and visualization. 
This is an opportunity to work on real space technology projects and contribute to missions that are literally reaching for the stars. 
Development of software in Python and possibly in C++ 
Enhance simulation Python tooling 
Automate post processing of test and simulation data 
Analysis of test and simulation data 
Enhance user tooling for live TM data viewing 
Robustness and testing improvements to C++ codebase 
Collaborate with engineers and team members across multiple departments 
Participate in team meetings and contribute innovative ideas 

Currently pursuing a degree in engineering, computer science, or similar discipline 
Experience with C++ or Python 
Experience with Git version control 
A good understanding of software development workflows 
Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team 
Passion for aerospace, space technology, and innovation 
Final year student in engineering, computer science, or similar 
Experience processing and visualizing time domain data 
Experience with CI/CD 
Previous internship or project experience in software development or aerospace 
Familiarity with telemetry and commanding systems