Electro-Technical Officer; ETO

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, climate change, national security, and 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 are developing 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 for NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb 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 provide a 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 clean‑sheet development of a reusable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity.

Based at Rocket Lab's Space Structures Complex in Middle River, MD, the ETO plays a vital role in maintaining Rocket Lab Recovery teams ship and barge electrical and electronic systems. The ETO is responsible for ensuring smooth and safe operation during missions and all related activities, spanning routine maintenance to emergency response.

• The Rocket Lab ETO oversees the operation, upkeep, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, electronic, and power management systems onboard.
• The Rocket Lab ETO ensures adherence to company policies, procedures, and interests when interacting with crew members, clients, subcontractors, and authorized authorities under the direction of the Chief Engineer.
• The ETO is responsible for building and managing electrical and electronic spares inventory and maintains minimum inventories of those onboard parts and components.
• Further responsibilities include the creation and implementation of company‑wide safety management systems and internal ETO‑related policies.
• The ETO oversees and is responsible for the safe operation of all related vessels and serves as the key liaison between onboard mission support and Rocket Lab.

• Bachelor’s degree in a Marine Engineering discipline or a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years experience as an ETO working in the maritime industry.
• Will consider 9 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

• Possess valid and current training certifications as an Electrical or Electronic Technician issued by a recognized authority.
• Have at least two years of experience working on vessels of comparable size and mission duration, or in a similar industrial setting requiring equivalent qualifications and operational expertise.

• Ability to work in a high‑concentration, high‑stress environment; good response to problems posed by short deadlines; prolonged mental concentration (under possible extended work hours).
• Willing to support offshore operations, including working recovery missions at sea averaging 5 or more days per quarter.
• Willing to work in extreme outdoor environments – heat, cold, rain, wind, open ocean.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in tight/confined spaces.
• Willing to work with hazardous materials.
• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped positions in small openings, climbing hand over hand, and lifting 25 lbs.
• Ability to operate heavy machinery.

$124,000 - $155,000 USD

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