Composite Technician I-III

Rocket Lab Corporation•Albuquerque, NM

14h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Composites Technician based at Rocket Lab’s site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you will have the opportunity to support basic composite layouts on parts or assemblies to establish reference points and check dimensions using precision tools. In this role you will work on preparing parts for bagging with bleeders, thermocouples, probes, and vacuum connections, and performing vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
2+ years of experience with composites or laminations OR 2+ years of military equipment maintenance experience OR 2+ years of experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment
5+ years of experience with composites or laminations OR 5+ years of military equipment maintenance experience OR 5+ years of experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment
Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted
Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces.
Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces

Nice To Haves

8+ years of experience with composites or laminations
Basic Math Skills
Knowledge of the following tool use (or if no previous experience, open to training on): Pneumatic tools, Caliper, Micrometers, Hand tools, Power tools, Precision measurement instruments
familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints
Experience working with material data sheets
Shop organization and cleanliness
Use of personal protective equipment

Responsibilities

Assembly of structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications
Laminate assemblies by determining proper placement of composite materials
Prepare parts for bagging, including placement of bleeders, thermocouples, probes and vacuum connections
Vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing
Making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions using calipers, micrometers, precision scales and torque wrenches
Fitting of Honeycomb, foam and syntactic core
Fitting and refurbishment of thermal protection systems.
Integration of mechanical hardware
Perform other standard composite and integration building techniques and practices as industries such as aerospace, space and other composite workplaces demand.
You may be requested to work on other products for Rocket Lab in the local area or travel as required.