Precision Finishing Technician III, Deburr - B Shift

Rocket Lab CorporationLong Beach, CA
Onsite

About The Position

As a Precision Finishing Technician III for Rocket Lab you will be deburring / finishing additive manufactured parts used to build Rutherford, an innovative electric turbo-pump rocket engine powering Rocket Labs Electron launch vehicle.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in part finishing (machine, cast, forge, or print).
  • Attention to detail and time management skills.
  • High-level of manual dexterity skills and hand-eye coordination.
  • Able to maintain a clean, safe and efficient work area.
  • Willing to work B Shift (Monday - Thursday 3:15pm-1:45am)
  • Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces
  • Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed
  • Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping
  • Use hands with precision to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment
  • Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.
  • Work in varied environments including 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

  • Experience with additive manufacturing or investment casting.
  • Experience with high strength steels and Inconel alloys.
  • Knowledgeable in part QA processes and dye penetrant testing.
  • Knowledgeable in TIG, Laser, and Electron beam welding.
  • Experience using microscopes and pencil grinders.

Responsibilities

  • Deburring / finishing additive manufactured parts used to build Rutherford, an innovative electric turbo-pump rocket engine powering Rocket Labs Electron launch vehicle.

Benefits

  • 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
  • subsidized EV charging stations
  • onsite gym
  • food and drinks
  • other discounts
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