Production Technician -III

Overview

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The Space Systems team builds complete spacecraft, precision payloads and the components that enable them to thrive in space, including solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions and collaborates with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force to support Moon and Mars missions and other missions across exploration and defense initiatives.

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I-III

As a Production Technician based at Rocket Lab’s site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you will assist in production, process improvements, yield and day-to-day sustaining work in the PV CIC (Photovoltaic Coverglass Interconnect Cell) Production department. This position may be hired at the Production Technician I, II or III level.

• Support sustaining activities to maximize yield and productivity of fab operations
• Work with operations to maximize project completion
• Assist Engineering in qualification/troubleshooting of welding and glassing equipment
• Assist Engineering in training of new CIC operators
• Assist Engineering in writing work instructions / certification documents for the CIC area
• Execute experiments or special operations on CIC products as directed by Engineering

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I

• High School Diploma or GED

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN II

• 2+ years of experience in at least ONE of the following:
• Manufacturing experience in a semiconductor fab OR
• Military equipment maintenance experience OR
• Experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment
• High School Diploma or GED

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN III

• 5+ years of experience in at least ONE of the following:
• Manufacturing experience in a semiconductor fab OR
• Military equipment maintenance experience OR
• Experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment
• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience writing and reviewing work instruction is a plus but not required
• Familiarity with trouble shooting procedures (RCCA) is a plus but not required
• Familiarity with tack-welding a plus but not required
• Experience with any of these areas is a plus:
  Programming, Vision systems, soldering, SQL, JMP, robotic automation tools
• Excellent attention-to-detail
• Excellent critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative to solve issues
• Hands-on experience in troubleshooting equipment
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

• Standing for long periods, climbing ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping and stretching may be required
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted
• Must be able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces
• Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls
• Must be able to stand for extended periods (8 hours minimum)
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, embracing hard work, relentless innovation, teamwork, and a focus on delivering results under pressure and tight deadlines.

Rocket Lab is an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and provide equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.