Senior Production Planner I

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 to 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.

ROCKET LAB ROBOTICS

Rocket Lab Robotics is developing advanced robotic and automated systems that support Rocket Labs high-reliability manufacturing test and mission-enabling operations. The team brings together engineering production supply chain quality and operations to build the hardware tooling and integrated systems needed to move quickly from concept through production. Based in Pasadena CA Rocket Lab Robotics plays a critical role in helping Rocket Lab scale complex electromechanical products with speed quality and precision.

SENIOR PRODUCTION PLANNER I

Based onsite at Rocket Lab Robotics in Pasadena CA Production Planners are responsible for work order management and production planning for robotics and electromechanical hardware. Production Planners interact with Manufacturing Engineering Quality Production Supply Chain and Project Management to plan and manage production schedules production lead times yield management material readiness and engineering build timelines. Production Planners ensure the Production team has work in queue the correct priority and the information and materials needed to build without blockers.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

• Responsible for supply and fulfillment planning within MRP for robotics and electromechanical production work orders.
• Responsible for releasing work orders to Production and kit requests to Inventory.
• Accountable for creating visibility of material position for robotics builds including line of balance reports material shortage reports clear-to-build reports and related planning tools.
• Responsible for supporting prioritization and expediting subassemblies to support robotics integration and production timelines.
• Understand material demand configuration accuracy and build requirements for production and engineering development hardware.
• Work in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate the ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals.
• Responsible for coordinating incoming inspections and ensuring timely receipt and processing of hardware.
• Perform other duties as requested by your manager relevant to your role.

YOULL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years of experience and a Bachelors degree or equivalent years of work experience (9 years total work experience).
• Proven ability to conduct clear build reviews and expedite materials through production.
• Knowledge of Production Planning fundamentals for master data management batch processing and issue ticket disposition.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP/MRP systems.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Self-starter who proactively identifies opportunities drives work forward independently and requires minimal direction
• Prior experience in robotics aerospace EV automotive high-reliability manufacturing or other disruptive manufacturing industries.
• Prior experience in a rapid-growth production or engineering development environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings bills of material assembly documentation and work instructions.
• Experience supporting new product introduction prototype builds or low-volume/high-mix production.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently across competing production needs.

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.

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.