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.

EQUIPMENT ENGINEER II/SENIOR EQUIPMENT ENGINEER

The Equipment Engineer II/Senior Equipment Engineer has ownership of the maintenance and calibration of all equipment used in production at Rocket Lab's Headquarters and Engine Development Center in Long Beach, California. They are responsible for developing the asset register, maintenance system, maintenance plans and completing maintenance activities.

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Equipment Engineer II or Senior Equipment Engineer level)

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Create, maintain, and carry out preventative maintenance requirements for each piece of equipment in RLHQ (including CNC machines, Inspection equipment, Testing equipment, 3d Printers, Vacuum Pumps, etc.)
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment, disassembling and reassembling of actuators, Flow, Pressure, Density, Temperature Meters, Positive and Non-positive displacement pumps, and valves (including but not limited to Gate, Globe, Ball, Butterfly, Check, Pressure, Double Block and Diaphragm)
Perform mechanical work on or around process piping (liquid and pneumatic)
Assist with the implementation of the company Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
Create and maintain a system for calibration of critical tools and equipment across Long Beach Sites
Assess and select (with the other stakeholders) the best out-sourced maintenance and calibration vendors for the company.
Create technician training documents for SOPs

QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS AN EQUIPMENT ENGINEER II:

Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of equipment engineer experience or 4+ years of equipment engineer experience in lieu of a degree in any of the following industries: aerospace, automotive, medical device, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility
Experience with Gantt charts, planning software and standard Microsoft office applications
Experience and knowledgeable in fluid mechanics (liquids and gasses)
Experience interpreting schematics and equipment manuals.

QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL BRING AS A SENIOR EQUIPMENT ENGINEER:

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of equipment engineer experience or 10+ years of equipment engineer experience in lieu of a degree in any of the following industries: aerospace, automotive, medical device, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility
Experience with Gantt charts, planning software and standard Microsoft office applications
Experience and knowledgeable in fluid mechanics (liquids and gasses)
Experience interpreting schematics and equipment manuals.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Skilled trade, aeronautical or manufacturing experience
Knowledge of Infor LN and/or Hippo or equivalent CMMS package ·
Implemented new CMMS systems before. ·
Mig, Tig, Stick, Brazing and Soldering skills are a plus
Experience with Lean Manufacturing.
Takes initiative and can work unguided
Remains calm under pressure and an excellent communicator

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

In addition to base salary, Rocket Lab offers a comprehensive total compensation package based on individual qualifications and experience, which may include cash or equity incentives. Employees will also be eligible for medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan options, and to purchase discounted stock through Rocket Lab's Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$105,000—$120,000 USD

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), 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 of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Biow at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

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.

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