Mechanical Technician - all levels
About The Position
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity! MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN I, II, Senior We are currently seeking Mechanical Technicians at several experience levels to join our team. Technicians will be based out of Rocket Lab's newest Space Structures Complex production facility in Middle River, MD. The Mechanical Technicians will be responsible for the build and assembly of components used in the production of the Neutron Launch Vehicle structure.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
- 5+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
- 8+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
- 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
- A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) certification
- 2+ years experience in new space or aerospace industry
Responsibilities
- Work on a high caliber cross functional team
- Building mechanical structures and related components
- Watch the hardware you build evolve into a completed Rocket and go to space.
- Uphold shop cleanliness and organization
- Utilize Proper PPE
- Integration of Mechanical Hardware
Benefits
- company equity
- top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage
- 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year
- 11 paid holidays per year
- flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
- paid parental leave
- disability insurance
- life insurance
- access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- discounted employee stock purchase program
- free snacks/drinks onsite
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
