Assembly Integration and Test Technician III Senior B Shift

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.

MANUFACTURING

Rocket Labs Manufacturing team are the builders and the doers who work with our advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites satellite components and rockets out the door. They bring the designs of our engineers to life by using advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing to create our hardware and are responsible for delivering our projects and missions on time and on budget to our customers.

ASSEMBLY INTEGRATION & TEST TECHNICIAN III / SENIOR ASSEMBLY INTEGRATION & TEST TECHNICIAN

Based onsite at Rocket Labs global headquarters in Long Beach CA the AIT Technician III/Senior AIT Technician will be trained on Rocket Lab systems and procedures in Electron Avionics Production while also supporting the space systems department to mature processes. The AIT Technician needs to be able to transverse both R&D and Manufacturing environments with ease and have high attention to detail in order to support rapid prototyping and production of Explorer Lightning Pioneer and Photon related satellites and satellite componentry.

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Assembly Integration & Test Technician III or Senior Assembly Integration & Test Technician level)

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Perform development and production of Space System componentry and Satellites with minimal documentation and oversight.
• Utilizing detailed knowledge of electronic and mechanical fabrication methods to assemble or perform rework. Components include Fluid Systems Propulsion Systems Reaction Wheels Star trackers Deep Space Radios Magnetorquers Flight Computers and Solar Panel Arrays.
• Perform tests on prototyping hardware with minimal direction from engineers.
• Manufacture and integrate space standard harnesses.
• Mechanically integrate space system components and associated hardware while adhering to all technical and environmental processes
• Perform system level faultfinding activities on an integrated satellite. For example continuity checks functional checks live voltage measurements and leak tests.
• Author new or revised assembly work procedures and documentation as required and ensure they are aligned with industry standards and practices.
• Follow department policy for As-built accuracy Non-conformance and quality process while in the manufacturing environment.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN AIT TECHNICAN III:

• 5 years of relevant experience preferably in the Aerospace industry.
• Hands-on experience with electrical assembly tools bench testing and measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with working on flight hardware satellites or other high-reliability systems
• HS Diploma or GED.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR AIT TECHNICAN:

• 8 years of relevant experience preferably in the Aerospace industry.
• Hands-on experience with electrical assembly tools bench testing and measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with working on flight hardware satellites or other high-reliability systems
• HS Diploma or GED.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience using electronic testing equipment including but not limited to oscilloscopes power supplies function generators network analyzer and multimeters.
• Familiar with ISO 9000 or AS9100 requirements
• Experience with adhering to and developing industry standard environments (ESD safe zones and clean room)
• Familiar with IPC/WHMA-A-620C and/or AC 43.13
• Experience performing accurate measurements and quality inspections using calibrated tools such as calipers or micrometers.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work B Shift (Monday Thursday 3:15pm - 1:45am)
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Must be comfortable working in a production environment with extensive use of hazardous chemicals such as acids alkalis and solvents
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for lab and electro-chemical manufacturing environment
• Must be comfortable with climbing up and down ladders grasping standing lifting bending pulling pushing stooping stretching carrying crawling and maneuvering in tight spaces
• Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

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.