Operations Coordinator I-IV

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services complete spacecraft design and manufacturing payloads satellite components and more all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally supporting scientific exploration Earth observation and missions to combat climate change national security and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rockethas become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit all while we work to develop Neutron our upcoming medium-lift reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites payloads and their components including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab were not just launching rockets were building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space like solar panels flight software star trackers optical systems separation systems radios and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1700 missions ranging from interplanetary exploration in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft payloads and components for missions to the Moon and Mars working with partners including NASA the Space Development Agency and the U.S. Space Force. Whether its a single high-performance spacecraft constellation or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions

OPERATIONS SUPPORT COORDINATOR I-IV

Based out of Rocket Labs site in Albuquerque New Mexico The Operations Support Coordinator works with Facilities and Chips Project management coordinating and facilitating the acquisition and management of facilities materials and parts resources. The Operations Support Coordinator facilitates and documents internal and external training for Facilities and EES technicians. Support Coordinators use skills in project management and facilities operations to better understand the current needs of their departments. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects delivering on the impossible and making an impact on the future of space!

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Work closely with managers and technicians to locate obtain and manage Facilities and EES parts and equipment.
• Evaluate employees tasks and responsibilities identifying procedures or tools to improve productivity in the group.
• Work with management to monitor technical training and compliance requirements of the group.
• Facilitates some training of technicians.
• Assembles and deploys work instructions.
• Assisting CHIPS project and Facilities management with parts and material acquisition.
• Build and integrate equipment BOMs SOOs SOIs and PMs.
• Locate order and track parts and materials for EES Facilities and projects.
• Manage storage of materials and parts.
• Identify material and parts cost reductions and provide ROI justifications for change
• Assist Facilities management in assigning and tracking employee workspace assignments.

(Please note this position can be hired at the Operations Support Coordinator I Operations Support Coordinator II Operations Support Coordinator III or Operations Support Coordinator IV level)

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS OPERATIONS SUPPORT COORDINATOR I:

• Operations experience in Research Industrial Manufacturing Mechanical Electrical Aerospace or similar industry.
• 2 years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing production or industrial environment
• Experience with purchase request/purchase order system and basic bookkeeping
• Must be proficient with MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand measurement as depicted by ruler tape measure blueprints and other means.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS OPERATIONS SUPPORT COORDINATOR II:

• Operations experience in Research Industrial Manufacturing Mechanical Electrical Aerospace or similar industry.
• 5 years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing production or industrial environment
• Experience with purchase request/purchase order system and basic bookkeeping.
• Must be proficient with MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand measurement as depicted by ruler tape measure blueprints and other means.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS OPERATIONS SUPPORT COORDINATOR III:

• Operations experience in Research Industrial Manufacturing Mechanical Electrical Aerospace or similar industry.
• 8 years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing production or industrial environment
• Experience with purchase request/purchase order system and basic bookkeeping
• Must be proficient with MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand measurement as depicted by ruler tape measure blueprints and other means.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS OPERATIONS SUPPORT COORDINATOR IV:

• Operations experience in Research Industrial Manufacturing Mechanical Electrical Aerospace or similar industry.
• 12 years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing production or industrial environment
• Experience with purchase request/purchase order system and basic bookkeeping.
• Must be proficient with MS Office.
• Ability to read and understand measurement as depicted by ruler tape measure blueprints and other means.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
• 2 years of clean room work environment experience is a plus.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and convey ideas to groups.
• Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to focus.
• Regularly required to sit use hands and fingers operate computer keyboard and controls and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must be physically able to commute to buildings
• Occasional exposure to dust fumes and moderate levels of noise.

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats 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 others 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.

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 Johnson at 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 hereITAR Regulations.