Mechanical Technician - all levels

The role

Mechanical Technicians will build and assemble components for the Neutron Launch Vehicle structure. They will work on a cross functional team to integrate mechanical hardware.

What you will do

• Building mechanical structures and related components
• Integration of Mechanical Hardware
• Uphold shop cleanliness and organization
• Utilize Proper PPE

Required qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools
• Experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
• Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces
• Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed
• Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping
• 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

Nice to have

• A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) certification
• 2+ years experience in new space or aerospace industry

Benefits

• top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option
• dental and vision coverage
• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 5 days sick leave per year
• 11 paid holidays per year
• flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts
• paid parental leave
• disability insurance
• life insurance
• access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• discounted employee stock purchase program
• free snacks/drinks onsite

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, 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
• For New Zealand offices, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers

About the company

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems. They build real hardware for meaningful missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.