Mechanical 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, and missions to combat climate change, 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 selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Web Space Telescope.

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!

NOTE:
This requisition can be hired at a Technician Level I or II, III, or Senior

• Play a crucial role in the fabrication of mechanical subsystems on the test and launch sites supporting Neutron, primarily as they relate to fluid system fabrication.
• Support and, as needed, lead daily activities for up to 3–5 technicians to meet vehicle integration schedule to support launch pad operations.
• Contribute to workflow and best practices for launch pad operations.
• Ensure tasks are completed on time and to quality standards.
• Provide support on other operations as needed to support launch ops integration.
• Fit out, assembly and installation of launch pad systems including:
• Fluid system initial build and commissioning.
• As needed precision cleaning of critical components.
• Troubleshooting mechanical issues as needed.
• Work with greater Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand;
  Long Beach, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS.

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience working within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components.
• Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components.
• Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components.
• Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 8+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components.
• Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction.