Senior CNC MachinistProgrammer

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!

SENIOR CNC MACHINIST/PROGRAMMER

Based out of Rocket Labs Space Structures Complex facility in Middle River Maryland. The Master CNC Machinist will maintain set up program and operate the CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware that meet Rocket Lab specification at the needed rate.

Space Structures Complex is hiring for multiple shift schedules.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Work with large CNC machines to produce carbon fiber components for our Neutron rocket.
• Use Mastercam to program safe and efficient toolpaths
• Machine a range of tooling materials to produce large composite molds and tools to support production
• Design and manufacture fixtures and tooling to enable machining of components
• Read and translate drawings/CAD models
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes
• Be responsible for sourcing and testing new tooling solutions to improve productivity
• Provide feedback to Engineering to improve manufacturability
• Work to identify and reduce any non-conformances
• Provide improvement ideas on batch sizes setups tool selection etc
• Track calibration and maintenance of all equipment and tooling in the area

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR CNC MACHINIST:

• HS Diploma and 8 years of CNC Milling experience
• Experience programming and operating a 5 Axis CNC
• Familiar with the use of MasterCAM
• In depth knowledge of GD&T
• Ability to read and interpreting technical drawings
• Strong knowledge of machine workings maintenance and calibration.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Experience in an Aerospace Manufacturing Environment
• Experience running CMS CNC machines (Poseidon Ares) or similar large 5 axis gantry style machines.
• Experience operating machines that have a Fanuc control
• Experience with CAD design preferably NX or Mastercam
• Experience working with composite materials (Carbon fiber/fiberglass)
• Manual Programming (understand and diagnose g-code)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand and walkextended periods(8 hours) on production floor
• Perform repetitive motions including grasping bending twisting reaching pushing and pulling
• Operate equipment and controls requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Lift carry push and pull materials up to 25 lbs.
• Work in aproductionenvironment with noise moving machinery and varyingenvironmentalconditions
• Flexibility to work extended hours weekends and varied shifts as operational needs require

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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 here ITAR Regulations.