Manager - Launch Infrastructure
Rocket Lab
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Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.
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Team Manager – Launch Infrastructure
Located onsite at out Long Beach, CA headquarters, the Team Manager role will be responsible for providing guidance and mentorship for the IT infrastructure launch team as well as leading the design, implementation, and operation of all IT systems relating to launch and launch operations.
These systems include support for Electron and Neutron launch systems and related sites such as PTC, LC-1, LC-2, and Stennis. Components include HMIs, live streams, loggers/telemetry servers, launch operations, remote operators, mission control room infra, and customer connectivity.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
- Lead the team to deliver a global focus on all the infrastructure and software that will enable Rocket Lab engineers and launch personnel to deliver our world class launch capabilities.
- Manage and provide effective guidance to the team. Set goals, tasks, and deadlines as well as KPIs and other metrics to provide well defined performance expectations. Discover training needs and provide coaching.
- Contribute to AOP goals, initiatives, projects, budgets, and reporting.
- Provides subject matter expertise, advise, and guidance to deliver and support highly reliable and available IT systems through efficient management of the systems that support Launch and the delivery of projects.
- Lead project scoping, planning, and deployment for launch infrastructure and new site commissioning projects.
- Lead the Launch IT infrastructure standards function(s) at Rocket Lab through the implementation of standards for the deployment and management of the launch ops infra-environments to ensure:
- Compliance with Rocket Lab policies.
- Compliance with cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
- Simplified and consistent environment management practices.
- Automated build and maintenance processes.
- Improvements to increase reliability of systems.
- System High Availability and Disaster Recovery.
- That the team is providing effective support.
- Clear and concise reporting on usage, uptime, support levels, etc.
- Comprehensive documentation of environments and support.
- Efficient cost control.
- Assist with all auditing requirements including NIST, SOX, and other customer requests.
- Manage the team to perform upgrades, maintenance, and with a focus on continuous improvement to provide a reliable and secure infrastructure.
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- 7+ year of experience in IT.
- 5+ of those years of experience in an Infrastructure focused technology role.
- 1+ of those years of experience in a leadership role or demonstrated ability to lead a team.
- In-depth knowledge of one or more of the following:
- Kubernetes, VMware, Linux, Windows, Configuration Management, Automation, and/or Infrastructure as Code.
- Server and Storage hardware, Backups, HA\DR\BC, Active Directory, Group Policy, Certificate Management (PKI), DNS, or DHCP.
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
- Scripting, automation, or infrastructure as code experience.
- Security frameworks and technology: ISO 27001, NIST 800-171, IPSEC, SSL VPNs, firewalls, etc.
- Network (LAN\WAN) and security product support experience.
- Experience working with ground systems, high volume data transfers, launch operations, etc.
- Advanced problem solving and analytical skills – able to see the big picture, make connections and appropriate decisions.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours.
- Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.
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 Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
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