Senior Facilities Electrical Technician

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 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, and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Senior Facilities Electrical Technician / Master Facilities Electrical Technician – based onsite at Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California. Responsibilities include electrical maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and electrical improvement projects at Headquarters and the Engine Development Center, and the role may be hired at Senior or Master level.

• Serve as the primary electrical subject matter expert for HQ and the Engine Development Center.
• Plan, scope, and execute electrical infrastructure projects including power distribution, panel upgrades, machine installs, lighting systems, and equipment tie‑ins.
• Coordinate directly with internal customers (Manufacturing, Engineering, EHS, Production, IT) to define electrical requirements, project timelines, shutdown windows, and commissioning plans.
• Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of building electrical systems (120 V–480 V, 3‑phase systems).
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, single‑line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings.
• Install and modify conduit systems; bend conduit from ½″ to 1 ¼″ using manual tube benders (EMT preferred; rigid and flexible conduit experience a plus).
• Size conductors, breakers, transformers, and distribution equipment in accordance with NEC and local code.
• Support equipment installations including procurement, layout planning, power drops, disconnects, and final energization.
• Manage electrical work orders through JIRA and prioritize based on production impact and safety risk.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with NEC, OSHA, and local building code requirements.
• Provide oversight of contractors performing electrical work and verify work meets Rocket Lab standards.
• Assist with broader facilities maintenance tasks as required, including HVAC support, plumbing repairs, painting, minor construction, furniture relocation, and other general facilities maintenance activities to support site operations.

• 8+ years of electrical maintenance experience in aerospace, automotive, medical device, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility.
• High School Diploma, GED or 12+ years of electrical maintenance experience in lieu of a diploma.
• Experience with facilities systems and improvement projects.

• 10+ years of electrical maintenance experience in aerospace, automotive, medical device, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility.
• High School Diploma, GED or 14+ years of electrical maintenance experience in lieu of a diploma.
• Experience with facilities systems and improvement projects.

• Licensed electrician or certified electrical professional is highly preferred.
• Experience with managing a cleanroom.
• Capable of solving complex problems with little or no supervision in a timely manner.

• Work in environments with electrical hazards, chemical exposure, temperature variations, and noise.
• Wear required PPE as assigned, which may include safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and/or other protective clothing for extended periods.
• Move between buildings, labs, and work areas as needed.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package. Employees may also receive company equity and a robust benefits package including medical (HMO, PPO, 100 % company‑sponsored HSA), dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation, 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays,…