Propulsion Technician - Assembly (Evening Shift)

Rocket Lab’s Electron team is responsible for building, testing, and launching our Electron rocket across our launch sites and test facilities in the United States and New Zealand. Electron is one of the world’s most frequently-launched rockets, is the fastest commercial launch to reach 56 launches in the world! The...

The Propulsion Technician team works closely with engineering and production teams to achieve the highest product quality and safety standards for Electron propulsion.

Propulsion Technicians receive engines and components from Production departments and complete the final assembly, testing and any maintenance activities require for those engines at the Test Complex.

Testing involves acceptance, qualification and sometimes development testing for the Rutherford engines, Curie engines and Electron stages. In addition to testing, facility infrastructure work is required from time to time to support maintenance, upgrades and contributions to new projects.
Propulsion Technicians are given a primary responsibility in one of three WorkCentre’s (Engine Test, Stage Test or Propulsion Assembly) and cross functional collaboration is in support of another WorkCentre as agreed with Management.
As a Technician, you will be hands on, working with tools, equipment and/or facilities to build, launch or test Rocket Lab launch vehicles or components. Your responsibilities contribute to the overall production and launch schedule.

Trade qualified and must be able to demonstrate 4+ years of relevant industry experience
Proven industry experience with mechanical and electrical production or maintenance activities
Capable of following a process without fault and show an impeccable attention to detail
Have a good level of eyesight and be able to inspect assemblies to a high workmanship standard
Experienced working with PPE and safety processes on/in hazardous equipment and environments
Experienced working in clean room environments including oxygen service cleanliness
Able to quickly identify and communicate deviations and has an eye for continuous improvement
Appropriate trade certificate in Mechanical or Electrical assembly
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
The ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously
Able to read, understand and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings
A high work ethic, always seeking more responsibility. Able to work long hours if required
Takes initiative & remains calm under pressure
Computer literate, and comfortable using smartphones and tablets

NOTE: This role is available on our Evening Shift pattern: Mon - Thurs 15:00 - 01:30
If you would like to know more or receive a full position description apply now! All applications are considered and reviewed.
WHAT TO EXPECT 
We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. 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 our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.   

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