Vehicle Integration & Test Technician I/II at Rocket Lab USA

Wallops Island, Virginia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space SystemsIndustries

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
For Technician I: 2+ years of relevant industry experience in the assembly and testing of launch vehicle fluid systems including pneumatic, cryogenic, or electrical systems
For Technician II: 5+ years of relevant industry experience in the assembly and testing of launch vehicle fluid systems including pneumatic, cryogenic, or electrical systems
Specific vision abilities including close vision and distance vision
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Maintenance skills including troubleshooting, precision cleaning, components disassembly/assembly, and system testing
Experience and comfortability with equipment such as forklift, telehandler, boom lift, scissor lift, power tools, and torque wrenches
Experience with cleanroom work and understanding of ISO cleanliness standards
Fabrication skills including tube bending, tube flaring, and mechanical assembly
Avionics installation and harness routing experience

Responsibilities

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
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
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

Skills

Vehicle Integration

Mechanical Systems

Fluids Systems

Avionics Systems

Launch Vehicle Build

System Testing

Problem Solving

Rocket Lab USA

Provides launch services and spacecraft solutions

About Rocket Lab USA

Rocket Lab provides comprehensive space solutions, including launch services, spacecraft components, and satellite management. Their main products are the Electron launch vehicle, which is designed for small satellite launches, and the Photon satellite platform, which supports various missions, including those for NASA. The Electron rocket has gained popularity, becoming the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket since its debut in 2018, successfully delivering over 100 satellites into orbit for various sectors. Rocket Lab differentiates itself from competitors by offering a streamlined approach to accessing space, with multiple launch sites and a focus on affordability and reliability. The company's goal is to make space more accessible and to support a wide range of missions, from national security to scientific exploration.

Long Beach, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$713.3MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Robotics & Automation, Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Spending Account

Company Equity

Wellness Program

Phone/Internet Stipend

Childcare Support

Gym Membership

Employee Discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from SpaceX as Rocket Lab develops the Neutron rocket.

Potential delays in Virginia launch site could impact schedules and revenue.

Reliance on New Zealand site poses risks from geopolitical tensions or natural disasters.

Differentiation

Rocket Lab's Electron is the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually.

Photon platform supports NASA missions to the Moon, Mars, and private Venus missions.

Neutron rocket development positions Rocket Lab as a competitor in heavy-lift launches.

Upsides

Collaboration with Air Force Research Lab could lead to more defense contracts.

Operational efficiency shown by two launches in 24 hours from different hemispheres.

Investment by Pier 88 indicates strong investor confidence in Rocket Lab's growth.

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