Aerospace Production Technician III

Rocket Lab Corporation • Silver Spring, MD

2d • $49,000 - $62,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Based at Rocket Lab’s Silver Spring, Maryland site, the Aerospace Production Technician III supports the development and assembly of spaceflight hardware, including separation systems, on-orbit devices, and other electro-mechanical deployables. The role performs assembly of aerospace mechanisms and assists with operating, inspecting, and maintaining spaceflight hardware and assembly fixtures. Success requires attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of hands-on aerospace assembly experience.
• Understanding of basic electronic circuitry.
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights, in small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping.
• Ability to use hands precisely to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to work in varied environments, including production floors, equipment areas, and field locations, with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.
• At least 8 years of experience in aerospace assembly.
• Proficiency with electronic circuitry.
• J-STD001-FS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly of aerospace mechanisms using established procedures.
• Operate spaceflight hardware and assembly fixtures using data acquisition systems and established procedures.
• Attach and remove components on spaceflight hardware.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical components.
• Solder spaceflight harnesses according to J-STD.
• Generate ideas for potential process improvements.
• Assist with non-conformance investigations.

Benefits

• Company stock as part of total compensation.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount on company stock.
• Medical HMO and PPO options and a 100% company-sponsored HSA plan option.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Three weeks of paid vacation and seven days of sick leave per year.
• Eleven paid holidays per year.
• Flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts.
• Paid parental leave.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Flexible schedule.
• Free breakfast and lunch catered twice a week.
• Free snacks and drinks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED