Mechanical Technician III

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

Rocket Lab Robotics

At Rocket Lab Robotics, we build robotic systems that push the boundaries of what's possible in space . From Mars-proven robotic arms to precision motion control systems for the most demanding environments in our solar system, our team delivers advanced electro-mechanical solutions for planetary exploration and various satellite programs. We've engineered hardware that has operated on the surface of Mars on NASA's Perseverance rover, supported lunar exploration through the CADRE rover program, and developed precision mechanisms for spacecraft subsystems including solar array drives, antenna gimbals, and optical payloads. As part of Rocket Lab, we combine the focus of small, dedicated robotics teams with the resources of a leading end-to-end space company, empowering some of the boldest missions in history. We're looking for people who take ownership and drive a problem from first principles all the way through manufacturing and delivery.

We are currently seeking a Electro-Mechanical Technician to join our manufacturing team. The Electro-Mechanical Technician will play a crucial part in the precision assembly of avionics and electronic systems.

• •Work on a high caliber cross functional team
• •Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of PCB assemblies for flight hardware
• •Build electrical sub-assemblies and fabricate wire harnesses
• •Execute soldering and resoldering operations on through-hole and SMT components
• •Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application and coating operations
• •Support mechanical assembly and integration of electro-mechanical systems
• •Assist with functional testing on flight and non-flight hardware
• •Fabricate first article harness assemblies and prototype electro-mechanical assemblies
• •Validate parts lists for avionics and electronics hardware
• •Assist with development of production processes for first-time production runs
• •Watch the hardware you build evolve into a completed Rocket and go to space
• •Uphold shop cleanliness and organization

• •High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience in electro-mechanical assembly
• •Proficiency in both through-hole and SMT soldering/resoldering techniques
• •Experience using or soldering under a microscope
• •Demonstrated experience fabricating harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies
• •Proven experience in prototype development and first article builds
• •Experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
• •Ability to read, interpret, and follow schematics, engineering drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists
• •Proficient with computers and MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• •Due to program requirements, must be a U.S Citizen

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a ref