Propulsion Assembly Technician III - B Shift
Rocket Lab Corporation•Long Beach, CA
•$30 - $40•Onsite
About The Position
Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Propulsion Assembly Technician is responsible for building sub-assemblies for the Rutherford rocket engine. The engine consists of a thrust chamber, pumps, valves, plumbing, TVC actuators, motor controllers, and other mechanical components. You will support the Propulsion Production Manager and Production organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.
Requirements
- 5+ years of mechanical assembly experience in aviation, aerospace, or similar industry
- Talented with mechanical assembly tools (i.e.: pressure testing equipment and welding preparation)
- Talented with electrical assembly tools (i.e.: bench testing and measuring instruments)
- High school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- 8+ years of mechanical assembly and/or mechanical fitting experience
- Experience performing; torquing, safety and/or lock wire installation, assembly per work instructions, and environment tests (proof and leak).
- A&P, trade, or industry certified.
- Experience with in-space mechanical assemblies preferred.
- Knowledgeable in manufacturing processes and continued product development.
Responsibilities
- Work on a high caliber cross functional team
- Test rocket hardware
- Build turbo pumps and rocket engines.
- Watch the hardware you build make fire and go to space.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock)
- Medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution)
- Dental and vision coverage
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 11 paid holidays
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
- Paid parental leave
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Subsidized EV charging
- Onsite fitness centers (where available)
- Discounted gym memberships
- Complimentary snacks and beverages
- 50% employee discount on our popular merch store
- Variety of other employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
