Mechanical Technician III
About The Position
The Mechanical Technician III will help build Neutron facilities and support the vehicle’s test and first-launch campaign. As part of a team of technicians, the role contributes to building, integrating, testing, operating, and maintaining the Neutron launch vehicle and ground-system assets. The work primarily involves fabricating mechanical subsystems, especially fluid systems, at test and launch sites. The technician may support or lead daily work for up to 3–5 technicians and collaborate with Rocket Lab teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, California; and Stennis Space Center, Mississippi.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 5 years of experience in an aerospace, industrial, or relevant industry environment.
- Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, and/or fluid components.
- Previous experience assembling large structures and mechanisms.
- Knowledge and skill in using hand, power, and measurement tools used in mechanical construction.
- Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift of 8 or more hours on various work surfaces.
- Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights, in small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions, including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping.
- Ability to use hands precisely to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to work in production floors, equipment areas, and field locations, with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read, understand, and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions.
- Experience using heavy equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, and boom lifts.
- Understanding of pneumatic, cryogenic, and/or hydraulic fluid systems.
- Basic understanding of pressure, temperature, and flow measurement instrumentation.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate mechanical subsystems at Neutron test and launch sites, primarily fluid-system components.
- Support and, as needed, lead daily activities for up to 3–5 technicians to meet vehicle-integration schedules and support launch-pad operations.
- Contribute to workflows and best practices for launch-pad operations.
- Ensure tasks are completed on time and to quality standards.
- Support other operations as needed for launch-operations integration.
- Fit out, assemble, and install launch-pad systems, including the initial build and commissioning of fluid systems.
- Perform precision cleaning of critical components as needed.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues as needed.
- Work with Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, California; and Stennis Space Center, Mississippi.
Benefits
- Company stock or cash incentives may be available.
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with discounted stock.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan options.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
- Paid parental leave.
- Other discounts and perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
