Bill Lance
About Bill Lance
Bill Lance serves as the RF Engineering Manager at Rocket Lab in Auckland, New Zealand, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in electrical engineering and extensive experience in military systems and communications engineering.
Work at Rocket Lab
Bill Lance has served as the RF Engineering Manager at Rocket Lab since 2018. His role involves overseeing radio frequency engineering projects and ensuring the successful implementation of RF systems. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, he has contributed to the company's mission of providing reliable launch services. His experience in RF engineering is pivotal in supporting Rocket Lab's innovative technology in the aerospace sector.
Education and Expertise
Bill Lance earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from the University of Canberra. His studies spanned from 2002 to 2005, providing him with a solid foundation in engineering principles. This educational background supports his extensive technical expertise in radio communications, COMINT, electronic warfare (EW), and RF test and measurement.
Background
Before joining Rocket Lab, Bill Lance worked at BAE Systems Australia as an RF Engineer from 2011 to 2013 in Nuremberg, Germany. He also held a position as a Communications Systems Engineer at the Defence Materiel Organisation from 2007 to 2011 in Erlangen, Germany. His experience includes working within the Australian Department of Defence on system acquisition programs, where he gained valuable insights into military systems and their operational requirements.
Achievements
Bill Lance has extensive experience working with military customers during system acceptance activities. He has developed a strong process knowledge in requirements engineering, systems engineering, and quality assurance. His role has involved defining and documenting system acceptance test programs, ensuring that systems meet the required specifications and standards.