Master Technician

Master Technician

Based out of Rocket Lab's site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we're looking for Master Technician, to join our production team and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment. Rocket Lab is a leading provider of high efficiency solar cells, solar panels, and composite structural products for satellite and aerospace applications. We're the world's only vertically integrated, end-to-end supplier of satellite solar arrays our space solar products have powered over 1,000 satellites in orbit to date!

Note: you'll have an assigned shift, but the training hours may vary from that when you start. Certain shifts may qualify for a shift differential on the base pay, depending on the hours and schedule.

What You'll Get To Do:

• Perform a variety of functions in the production of semiconductor devices, as well as specific process steps in the assembly and test of production units
• Set up and prepare work station/assembly fixtures
• Read and comprehend basic drawings and schematics
• Identify failure discrepancies per visual and/or written descriptions
• Utilize visual aides such as microscopes, visors, and eye loops
• Utilize computer hardware and software, including MS Office
• Collect and record data
• Read and comprehend instructions, short correspondences, and memos
• Work with various kinds of test equipment
• You may be required to operate UV curing systems and thermal curing ovens, as well as measure and pour chemicals, depending on the team/shift you support

Qualifications You'll Bring As Master Technician:

• High school diploma or GED
• 10+ years of work experience in a production or manufacturing environment, or other highly regulated industry

These Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:

• Knowledge of ESD and cleanroom procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Ability to hear and speak effectively before groups of customers and employees
• Capable of multitasking, and working with cross-functional teams
• Experience with computing rate, ratio, and percentages; as well as drawing and interpreting bar graphs

Additional Requirements:

• Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods 10 hours min
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. unassisted
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Manual dexterity to manipulate multiple operations under a microscope, including assembly and testing of small assemblies required along with regular use of hands
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals which require adherence to exposure safety protocols, procedures and instructions
• Must be able to detect and respond promptly and without assistance to equipment and plant safety alarms
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate