Rocket Lab

Overview

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company focused on delivering launch services and spacecraft design and manufacturing. They are seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician to join their advanced manufacturing team, contributing to the assembly and testing of avionics and electronic systems for their Neutron launch vehicle components.

Responsibilities

• Work on a high caliber cross functional team
• Perform mechanical and electrical assembly of PCB assemblies for flight hardware
• Build electrical sub-assemblies and fabricate wire harnesses
• Execute soldering and desoldering operations on through-hole and SMT components
• Support conformal coating, masking, epoxy application and coating operations
• Support mechanical assembly and integration of electro-mechanical systems
• Assist with functional testing on flight and non-flight hardware
• Fabricate first article harness assemblies and prototype electro-mechanical assemblies
• Validate parts lists for avionics and electronics hardware
• Assist with development of production processes for first-time production runs
• Uphold shop cleanliness and organization

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with relevant experience in electro-mechanical assembly
• Demonstrated experience fabricating harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies
• Proven experience in prototype development and first article builds
• Experience performing electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow schematics, engineering drawings, circuit layouts, and parts lists
• Proficiency in both through-hole and SMT soldering/desoldering techniques
• Proficient with computers and MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Benefits

• 401k
• Health Insurance
• PTO

Additional Information

• U.S. citizenship required due to program requirements
• This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.