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.

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

The role of Mechanical Technician is key to enabling the build of Neutron facilities to support a timely test and first launch campaign of the Neutron launch vehicle. This role will be part of a tight-knit team of technicians that will lead the build, integration, test, operation, and maintenance of both the Neutron launch vehicle and Neutron ground system assets.

• •Play a crucial role in the fabrication of mechanical subsystems on the test and launch sites supporting Neutron, primarily as they relate to fluids system fabrication.
• •Support and as needed lead daily activities for up to 3-5 technicians to meet vehicle integration schedule to support launch pad operations.
• •Contribute to workflow/best practices for the launch pad operations
• •Ensure tasks are completed on time and to quality standards
• •Provide support on other operations as needed to support launch ops Integration
• •Fit out, assembly and installation of launch pad systems including: Fluid system initial build and commissioning. As needed Precision cleaning of critical components Troubleshooting mechanical issues as needed
• •Work with greater Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS.

• •High School diploma or GED
• •5+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment
• •Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components
• •Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms
• •Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction

• +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 fluid systems - pneumatic, cryogenic and/or hydraulic
• +Basic understanding of pressure, temperature and flow measurement instrumentation

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 refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .