AI Software Engineer I

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company that builds rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems. The company supports connectivity and security on Earth and extends humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The team moves fast, builds real hardware for meaningful missions, and works to make the impossible routine.

IT Team

The IT team manages how global teams access information and run operations across computer systems, networks, and devices. The group is made up of flexible problem-solvers who work in a fast-paced environment and support all of Rocket Lab's proprietary systems and people, from finance to launch operations.

AI Software Engineer I

Based on-site at the Long Beach, CA facility, the AI Software Engineer will build AI solutions, deploy them company-wide, and integrate them with critical internal applications. You will join a collaborative team running rapid experiments to find the most promising AI use cases, while building scalable infrastructure that helps the whole organization use AI.

What You'll Do

• Provide access to off-the-shelf AI tools, supporting integration and offering training.
• Build AI-driven solutions that deliver high value across the organization.
• Integrate internal applications with AI by implementing AI agents and providing APIs for software developers.
• Evaluate and integrate specialized AI solutions from external partners to complement internal capabilities.
• Collaborate with teams, sharing knowledge and training colleagues on practical applications of AI.
• Monitor internal developments to identify and assess emerging AI opportunities.

What to Expect

Rocket Lab's mission is to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, which takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, and grit. The team thrives under pressure, works to tight deadlines, and focuses on how to deliver rather than on the challenges in the way.

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Level and base salary will be determined case by case, based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Benefits include an Employee Stock Purchase Program, medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) with company match. Eligibility may vary, so check with your recruiter for the full list of benefits for this role.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.