Quality Inspector II

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets spacecraft and critical subsystems that keep the world connected protected expand humanitys reach to the Moon Mars and beyond. We move fast build real hardware for meaningful missions and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow high assurance payloads and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Labs proven execution history with the Electron program. If youre interested in joining a high performing team pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle this is your opportunity!

QUALITY INSPECTOR II NDT

The Quality Inspector II NDT will ensure the integrity reliability and quality of components and assemblies through penetrant (PT) and visual (VT) inspection. Working closely with engineering and production teams this individual will help develop and refine NDT processes acceptance criteria and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Partner with engineering production and manufacturing teams to develop and improve NDT processes acceptance criteria and SOPs and to eliminate non-conforming product.
• Coordinate daily activities of the NDT team to keep inspection operations efficient and effective.
• Perform and evaluate advanced penetrant (PT) and visual (VT) inspections on components assemblies and welds to detect defects and determine acceptability to specification.
• Apply NDT techniques to complex geometries and advanced materials.
• Support research and development efforts for qualification and certification of critical processes.
• Ensure inspections comply with applicable AS AMS AWS NAS ASME and ASTM standards.
• Maintain accurate inspection records in accordance with the quality management system.
• Stay current on advancements in NDT technology and techniques to continuously improve inspection capabilities.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of experience in aviation aerospace or a similar industry
• Hands-on experience performing PT and VT inspection in aerospace
• Experience inspecting advanced materials such as high-strength aluminum alloys precipitation-hardened steels Inconel Monel titanium and maraging steels
• Working knowledge of AS AMS AWS NAS ASME and ASTM standards
• High school diploma or GED
• Certifications:
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
  • NDT Level I / II in PT per NAS 410 ASNT or equivalent
  • NDT Level I / II in VT per NAS 410 ASNT or equivalent

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work one of the following shifts:
  • 1:15PM - 9:45PM Monday Friday
• Stand and walk for entire shift (8 hours) on various work surfaces
• Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces awkward positions and tight areas as needed
• Perform repetitive motions including bending twisting reaching grasping pushing pulling and stooping
• Use hands with precision to handle control and operate tools instruments and equipment
• Lift carry push and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Work in varied environments including production floors equipment areas and field locations with exposure to noise temperature variations and moving machinery
• Flexibility to work extended hours weekends and varied shifts as operational needs require

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 here ITAR Regulations.