Lead Vehicle Integration and Test Technician

Rocket Lab USA•Wallops Island, VA

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About The Position

The role of Lead Vehicle Integration and Test Technician is key to enabling the build of the Neutron launch vehicle. This role will work closely with system Responsible Engineers and a tight nit team of talented technicians that will lead the build, integration and test of the Neutron launch vehicles mechanical, fluids, and avionics systems. This role requires a multi-discipline problem solver who has a broad understanding of Launch Vehicle systems and an extreme eye for detail.

Requirements

12+ years of relevant industry experience.
High School diploma or GED.
5+ years experience in the assembly and testing of launch vehicle fluid systems including: Pneumatic, Cryogenic, electrical, and others.

Nice To Haves

Maintenance skills including: troubleshooting, precision cleaning, components disassembly/assembly, system testing, and others.
Experience and comfortability with necessary equipment to perform job duties including: forklift, telehandler, boom lift, scissor lift, power tools, torque wrenches and others
Experience with cleanroom work and a sound understanding of ISO cleanliness standards
Fabrication skills including: Tube bending, tube flaring, and mechanical assembly
Avionics installation and harness routing experience

Responsibilities

Play a crucial role in the creation and implementation of Neutrons assembly and test procedures
Work closely with various system owners to develop and document procedures
Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to a team of technicians in the implementation of assembly and test procedures
Lead and train technicians in industry standards and best practice for the installation and testing of aerospace flight components
Troubleshoot and work solutions to unforeseen issues and drive workflow best practices and efficiency improvements
Provide support on other operations as needed to enable the rapid processing of Neutron
Help drive the specification and setup of technician workstations and tooling requirements for Neutrons Integration
Work alongside the Neutron production team at the Rocket Lab Space Structures Complex in Baltimore MD learning and helping develop various integration procedures
Work with greater Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS.

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