Vehicle Integration and Test Technician I/II

Vehicle Integration and Test Technician I/II Wallops Island, VA Rocket Lab is an end‑to‑end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit. Rocket Lab is also developing Neutron, a medium‑lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. The Space Systems business designs and builds a wide line of satellites, payloads, and components, some of which support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and the James Webb Space Telescope. As a Vehicle Integration and Test Technician, you will work closely with System Responsible Engineers and a team of technicians to lead the build, integration, and test of Neutron’s mechanical, fluid, and avionics systems. This role requires a broad understanding of launch vehicle systems and an extreme eye for detail. What You’ll Get to Do Play a crucial role in the creation and implementation of Neutron’s assembly and test procedures. Work closely with various system owners to develop and document procedures. Provide hands‑on leadership and guidance to a team of technicians in the implementation of assembly and test procedures. Lead and train technicians in industry standards and best practice for the installation and testing of aerospace flight components. Troubleshoot and work solutions to unforeseen issues and drive workflow best practices and efficiency improvements. Provide support on other operations as needed to enable the rapid processing of Neutron. Help drive the specification and setup of technician workstations and tooling requirements for Neutron’s Integration. Work alongside the Neutron production team at the Rocket Lab Space Structures Complex in Baltimore, MD, learning and helping develop various integration procedures. Work with greater Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS. Qualifications – Vehicle Integration and Test Technician I Assembly and/or test experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. High School diploma or GED. Qualifications – Vehicle Integration and Test Technician II At least 2 years of assembly and/or test experience in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. High School diploma or GED. Nice to Have Experience in the assembly and testing of launch vehicle fluid systems including: Pneumatic Cryogenic Electrical Others Maintenance skills including troubleshooting, precision cleaning, components disassembly/assembly, system testing, and others. Experience and comfortability with necessary equipment to perform job duties including: Forklift Telehandler Boom lift Scissor lift Power tools Torque wrenches Experience with cleanroom work and a sound understanding of ISO cleanliness standards. Fabrication skills including tube bending, tube flaring, and mechanical assembly. Avionics installation and harness routing experience. Additional Requirements Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing. Must be physically able to commute to buildings. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, and moderate levels of noise. What to Expect We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth. 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 focus on delivering rather than dwelling on challenges. Compliance To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations—including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)—Rocket Lab employees must meet eligibility requirements for U.S. offices. For U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, please see the official ITAR information. All employees enjoy equal employment opportunities; we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type in all aspects of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rocket Lab