Electro-Mechanical Technician

Rocket Lab Corporation•Pasadena, CA

1d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Electro-Mechanical Technician at all-levels to join our advanced manufacturing team. The Electro-Mechanical Technician will play a crucial part in the precision assembly of avionics and electronic systems for Neutron launch vehicle components, and will also play a key role in electrical integration and testing of flight hardware.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED with relevant experience in electro-mechanical assembly
Demonstrated experience fabricating harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies
Proven experience in prototype development and first article builds
Experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
Ability to read, interpret, and follow schematics, engineering drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists
Proficiency in both through-hole and SMT soldering/desoldering techniques
Proficient with computers and MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
U.S. citizenship required, due to program requirements
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus
Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing
Must be physically able to commute to buildings

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, or related field is desired
Excellent concentration and attention to detail with outstanding work efficiency and accuracy
Ability to perform verifications and document results in a clear, precise, and complete manner
Ability to think creatively and independently while following documentation and maintaining prescribed quality standards
Current or past certification in NASA-STD-8739.3, IPC-610, J-STD-001, or equivalent standards
Clean room experience in controlled manufacturing environments
Experience with aerospace or avionics hardware
Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems
Experience with flight hardware manufacturing
Experience in new space or aerospace industry

Responsibilities

Work on a high caliber cross functional team
Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of PCB assemblies for flight hardware
Build electrical sub-assemblies and fabricate wire harnesses
Execute soldering and desoldering operations on through-hole and SMT components
Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application and coating operations
Support mechanical assembly and integration of electro-mechanical systems
Assist with functional testing on flight and non-flight hardware
Fabricate first article harness assemblies and prototype electro-mechanical assemblies
Validate parts lists for avionics and electronics hardware
Assist with development of production processes for first-time production runs
Watch the hardware you build evolve into a completed Rocket and go to space
Uphold shop cleanliness and organization

Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock)
Top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution)
Dental and vision coverage
Paid vacation and sick time
11 paid holidays
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
Paid parental leave
Disability and life insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Subsidized EV charging
Onsite fitness centers (where available)
Discounted gym memberships
Complimentary snacks and beverages
50% employee discount on our popular merch store
Variety of other employee discounts