Senior Test Technician - Shift

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

SENIOR TEST TECHNICIAN - A SHIFT

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, California, the Senior Test Technician will be working on the electrical and electromechanical assemblies of the Electron Launch Vehicle avionics, Rutherford Rocket Engine, and Photon Satellite Components. Testing will include a wide range of satellite and rocket components, from radios to space batteries, actuators to network switches, and cameras to transducers.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Daily responsibilities will include functional testing, bench testing, vibration testing, and environmental testing.
• Strong technical proficiency with testing equipment is essential to ensure all components are thoroughly tested and meet the required standards for spaceflight.
• Verify that all components comply with performance and quality specifications.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR TEST TECHNICIAN:

• 8+ years of experience in electronic component assembly, preferably for aerospace applications
• Experience with electrical assembly tools, bench testing, and measuring instruments.
• Experience with vibration tables, thermal environment chambers, and vacuum chambers
• HS Diploma or GED.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience with in-space electrical assemblies
• Experience with LabVIEW
• Knowledgeable in manufacturing process and continued product development
• Experience with Linux
• Experience with Anechoic Chamber
• Experience with TVAC chambers
• Excellent time management skills, and the ability to work overtime and long hours if needed.
• Eye for detail, as well as a methodical, tidy, and careful work ethic
• Natural inclination towards software and IT systems
• Industry or trade certified

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work Monday - Thursday (5:00am - 3:30pm)
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working 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 walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

#RL1

Join one of the world's fastest-growing space companies and own a piece of it. In addition to competitive base pay,
you'll receive company stock as part of your total compensation package
, giving you a direct stake in our success. As we expand to new launch sites, groundbreaking missions, and global markets, your ownership has the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee…