Master Technician

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 to 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, climate‑change missions, 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, while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium‑lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment.

Our Space Systems business designs and builds an 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.

The Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft to precision payloads and subsystems such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

They have enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in‑space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency and the U.S. Space Force.

Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we’re looking for a Master Technician to join our production team and work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented manufacturing environment.

Rocket Lab is a leading provider of high‑efficiency solar cells, solar panels, and composite structural products for satellite and aerospace applications.

Note:

you’ll have an assigned shift, but the training hours may vary from that when you start. Certain shifts may qualify for a shift differential on the base pay, depending on the hours and schedule.

• Perform a variety of functions in the production of semiconductor devices, as well as specific process steps in the assembly and test of production units
• Set up and prepare work station/assembly fixtures
• Read and comprehend basic drawings and schematics
• Identify failure discrepancies per visual and/or written descriptions
• Utilize visual aides such as microscopes, visors, and eye loops
• Utilize computer hardware and software, including MS Office
• Collect and record data
• Read and comprehend instructions, short correspondences, and memos
• Work with various kinds of test equipment
• You may be required to operate UV curing systems and thermal curing ovens, as well as measure and pour chemicals, depending on the team/shift you support

• High school diploma or GED
• 10+ years of work experience in a production or manufacturing environment, or other highly regulated industry

• Knowledge of ESD and cleanroom procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Ability to hear and speak effectively before groups of customers and employees
• Capable of multitasking, and working with cross‑functional teams
• Experience with computing rates, ratios, and percentages; as well as drawing and interpreting bar graphs

• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required
• 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 walk or stand for extended periods – 10 hours min
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Manual dexterity to manipulate multiple operations under a microscope, including assembly and testing of small assemblies
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals which require adherence to exposure safety protocols, procedures and instructions
• Must be able to…