Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.

Life at Rocket Lab

While other companies talk about it, we do it!

About the role

As a Production Test Technician at Rocket Lab you will be responsible for vibration and vacuum chamber testing of the Electron Launch Vehicle components throughout the production process.

Primarily the role will be carrying out routine production acceptance testing activites, following the standard procedure and documenting any test anomalies in the appropriate system. A percentage of the role will also be carrying out qualification testing on new designs, using the same testing resources.

The Production Test team are responsible for the test facility, and managing the schedules of both acceptance and qualification requirements to ensure both needs are met without compromising delivery milestones.

This is a Monday - Thurs, full time permanent position.

Essential skills

Trade qualified in relevant industry
Must be able to demonstrate 4+ years of relevant industry experience
Familiarity with the operation of electrical test equipment
Experience with compiling concise and accurate test reports
Precision mechanical and electrical assembly
Comfortable working to exacting standards, including cleanliness for oxygen service
Have a sound understanding of standard industry ESD policy
Have a good level of eyesight and be able to inspect assemblies to a high workmanship standard

Desired Skills

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
Takes initiative and remains calm under pressure
Computer literate, and comfortable using smartphones and tablets

Rocket Lab Employee Benefits

The opportunity to work with advanced technology
An employee stock purchase program
Access to world leading experts to develop your career
Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks
Rocket Lab merchandise – T-shirts, mission patches etc.
Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross
Additional parental leave entitlements
A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year

If you meet all or some of the above criteria ! All applications are reviewed and considered.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State.

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.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

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. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.