Millwright/Mechanical Assembly

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. 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!

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN III

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 groundsystem 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 supportonother operations as needed to support launch ops Integration

Fluid systeminitialbuild 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; YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN III:

High School diploma or GED

5+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment

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

Experience using heavy equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts and boom lifts

Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces

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

You may be eligible for company stock, or cash incentives, andcan purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab’s Employee Stock Purchase Program. Employee benefits also include medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage; 401(k) retirement plan options; paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave; 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., S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.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.

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Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.