Welder III - B Shift

Rocket Lab Corporation•Long Beach, CA

22d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California the Welder III will weld and fabricate various fluid systems and sub-assembly components for the Rutherford and Archimedes Rocket engines.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in welding with a focus on advanced techniques.
Experience in industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Shipbuilding, or Construction.
Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., ASME, ANSI, ISO, D17.1).
Proficient in various welding techniques, including manual GTAW(TIG), OTW (Orbital Tube Welding), Laser Welding, Lathe Welding.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
Experience welding on .011 - .250.
Certified Welder.
Certifications in specialized welding processes (TIG / Brazing process).
Certification for specific materials (e.g., Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, and Inconel).
Willing to work 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 welding on different materials such as Inconel, Monel, Stainless 300-400 series.
Experience working with 3D printed parts and exotic alloys.
Experience in metal fabrication and assembly.
Experience with Deburring and using pencil grinders.
Capable of doing welding fit ups.
Capable of supporting the grinding department.

Responsibilities

Follow procedures to set up and operate our welding systems.
Weld assemblies according to work orders, blueprints and verbal instructions.
Follow blueprints and meet product specifications within tight tolerances.

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