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Senior RPA Developer I

Rocket Lab USA
Long Beach, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Apr 2026
💰 $135,000/yr($110,000/yr – $135,000/yr)

About the role

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.  

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 extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. 

IT 

Rocket Lab’s IT team is responsible for how our global teams access information and run operations across our computer systems, networks, and devices. Our hardworking IT team is a group of flexible problem-solvers working in a fast-paced environment, but who also thrive under the challenge of supporting all our proprietary systems and people, from finance to launch operations.

SENIOR RPA DEVELOPER I

Based onsite at Rocket Lab’s Global Headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior RPA Developer at Rocket Lab will design, develop, and deploy intelligent automation solutions that streamline business processes across the organization. Working with Automation Anywhere, you'll build scalable bots and workflows that integrate with Rocket Lab's enterprise systems including ERP, databases, and web applications. Beyond building automations, you'll bring technical expertise to identify high-value automation opportunities, architect robust solutions, and collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to transform manual, repetitive tasks into efficient, automated processes that accelerate Rocket Lab's mission.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy RPA solutions Automation Anywhere
  • Build and maintain integrations between RPA bots and Rocket Lab's ERP system, databases, web applications, and APIs
  • Collaborate with Business Analysts and stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Create reusable automation components and frameworks that follow best practices and coding standards
  • Monitor bot performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize existing automations for reliability and efficiency
  • Deploy production bots, provide operational support, and deliver training to end users and process owners
  • Create and maintain technical documentation including process definition documents (PDDs) and solution design documents (SDDs)

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 5+ years of experience and a bachelors degree or equivalent work experience (9+ years total work experience)
  • Proven hands-on experience with Automation Anywhere
  • Experience developing automation solutions for Cloud based applications
  • Experience working in a scrum/agile environment
  • Technical experience with:
    • RPA development and orchestration
    • Programming languages (C#, Python, VB.NET, or Java)
    • SQL and relational databases
    • REST APIs and web services integration
    • Exception handling and logging frameworks

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

  • Experience developing RPA solutions for ERP systems in Aerospace & Defense
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a collaborative, positive attitude

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
  • Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
  • Must be physically able to commute to buildings
  • Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab.  Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA

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