GSE Mechanical Technician II

Rocket Lab Corporation • Stennis Space Center, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Based at Rocket Lab’s Test Facility at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the GSE Mechanical Technician II helps build and operate critical test facilities supporting the Archimedes rocket engine and Neutron launch vehicle. The role involves developing skills in test operations and collaborating with technicians and engineers on facility design, construction, activation, and testing.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of facility operations experience in aerospace, oil and gas, or heavy industry.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated experience building and activating facility systems.
• Experience working collaboratively to accomplish difficult tasks.
• Experience with high-pressure gas and cryogenic systems.
• Able to stand or walk for extended periods, at least 8 hours.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted.
• Able to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.
• Able to perform the physical activities described, including bending, twisting, crawling, grasping, pushing, pulling, stooping, stretching, and handling tools or controls.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating or building rocket engine test stands or large industrial complexes.
• Knowledge of industry processes and standards for pressure systems and cleanliness, such as NASA, U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense, ASME, or other regulatory agency standards.
• Post-secondary education, including technical degrees or licenses such as A&P.
• Experience with rocket engines, launch vehicles, or similar aerospace hardware.
• Experience operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane.
• Knowledge of valve, fitting, and flange types and construction materials.
• Ability to troubleshoot systems and collaborate on corrective work instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office, email, and collaborative networks such as JIRA or Confluence.
• Demonstrated experience working with different trade disciplines, fabricators, and suppliers to achieve on-time project execution.

Responsibilities

• Build facility systems involving tubing, piping, and mechanical structures.
• Build mechanical systems that meet standards for integrity and cleanliness.
• Support rocket engine hardware processing and checkout operations.
• Operate high-pressure gas and cryogenic systems using detailed work instructions and appropriate PPE.
• Perform facility checkout and test operations safely, maintaining situational awareness and ongoing communication with others involved.
• Troubleshoot facility and test operations issues.
• Work with GSE teams on the design, construction, installation, and checkout of facility systems, contributing expertise in system layout, operations, and test processes.

What This Job Offers

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