Electronics Technician I​/II

Electronics Technician I/II

Toronto, CAN

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.

At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft and precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, such as solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration and in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it's a single high-performance spacecraft, a constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world-class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions.

Based out of Rocket Lab's site, the Electronics Technician I/II will play a leading role in the design and implementation of electrical support equipment for spacecraft components, including reaction wheels and star trackers. This role also supports the continuous improvement of electrical designs, processes, and facilities. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!

What You'll Get To Do:

• Perform functional testing of PCAs, motor assemblies, and other electrical subassemblies
• Debug electrical subassemblies, compile a database of issues, and support root cause analysis with Engineering and Quality team members
• Work with the Engineering team to update PCB designs and layouts to address DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFT (Design for Test) issues
• Support management of electronics subcontractors, purchase orders, quality and schedule concerns, and manage consigned inventory
• Support the creation and/or maintenance of documentation associated with electrical integration processes and procedures for subcontractors
• Serve as the point of contact for electronics subcontract manufacturers and act as a liaison between subcontractors, the internal Production Team, Supply Chain, and Engineering team to address manufacturing issues and ensure on-time delivery of subcontracted parts
• Manage component procurement and onboard new suppliers/subcontractors to Rocket Lab's approved vendors list

You'll Bring These Qualifications As An Electronics Technician I:

• High School diploma

You'll Bring These Qualifications As An Electronics Technician II:

• High School diploma
• 2+ years of experience in an electronics manufacturing environment
• 1+ years of experience debugging electronic assemblies

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:

• Experience in aerospace, medical, and class 3 electronics manufacturing (IPC-610)
• Knowledge of electronics manufacturing processes (soldering, dipping, inspection, rework)
• Knowledge of quality standards such as IPC-610, J-STD-001, AS9100
• Experience with ERP systems (Infor LN experience is a plus)
• Experience with Eagle CAD and Altium
• Familiarity with best practices for working in cleanroom/clean bench environments
• Familiarity with best practices for working with ESD-sensitive hardware
• Highly organized and able to solve problems independently with strong attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively…