About the Job
Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. 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 ...
Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California the Senior CNC Machinist will maintain, set up and operate the CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware that meet Rocket Lab specification at the needed rate.
Provide feedback to improve work instructions
Key Responsibilities
Work with CNC lathe and mill machines
Read and translate drawings/CAD models
Work with CNC programmer to maintain tolerances
Work to reduce any non-conformances found by quality or engineering.
Provide improvement ideas on batch sizes, setups, tool selection etc.
Track calibration and maintenance of all equipment and tooling in the area.
Required Skills & Abilities
8+ years of experience with CNC operation on lathe and mills
Demonstrated ability using Lathes: Dual Spindle (Live Tooling)
Demonstrated ability using Mills: Turning 5th axis
Demonstrated ability to interpret drawings, GD&T.
CNC programming experience - NX Programming
Experience in an Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
5-axis CNC operation and setup
Competent navigating DMG Mori Machines: DMU 50,85,125, NLX 2500-4000
Experience using Siemens, Fanuc and Celos Controls
Experience using bar feeders
Manual Programming
Willing to work D Shift (Friday – Sunday 3:15pm - 1:45am)
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
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require
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Qualifications
Experience:
8 years experience
Work Authorization
Citizenship of AU / NZ / EU / NATO
