A&P Mechanic;
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics -
Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
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 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 rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our 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.
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!
A&P MECHANIC (ALL LEVELS)
We are currently seeking certified A&P Mechanics at several experience levels to join our team. A&P Technicians will be based out of Rocket Lab's Space Structures Complex in Middle River, MD. The A&P Technicians will play a crucial part in build and assembly of Neutron launch vehicle components, will also play a key role in the refurbishment of previously flown launch vehicles.
WHATYOU’LL GET TO DO
- Work on a high caliber cross functional team
- Building carbon fiber structures, mechanical structures and related components
- Watch the hardware you build evolve into a completed Rocket and go to space
- Uphold shop cleanliness and organization
- Utilize Proper PPE
- Integration of Mechanical Hardware
NOTE:
This requisition can be hired at a Mechanic Level I, II or Senior
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN A&P MECHANIC I
- High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance
- A&P License or relevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing maintenance
- Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN A&P MECHANIC II
- High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance
- A&P License or relevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing maintenance
- Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR A&P MECHANIC
- High School Diploma or GED with 8+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance
- A&P License or relevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing maintenance
- Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE
- A&P certification or relevant Military experience
- 2+ years experience in new space or aerospace industry
- Advanced Prepreg manufacturing knowledge
- Resin infusion knowledge
- Experience conforming to drilling, laminating, assembly prints and material data sheets
- Have done depot level mechanic work on aircraft
- Military field experience is a significant advantage
- Experience with scheduled maintenance at the C&D check level
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be certified or able to become certified in two composite work centers
- Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders and work platforms, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be…
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