Composite Technician Auckland, New Zealand

3 days ago


New Zealand Rocket Lab USA Full time

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights

Rocket Lab’s Electron team is responsible for building, testing, and launching our Electron rocket across the United States and New Zealand. Electron is one of the world’s most frequently-launched rockets, and our team behind its success is diligent, moves fast, and has each other’s back to deliver a reliable rocket to the launch pad time and time again.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

As part of the Production team at Rocket Lab, the Composites team is responsible for building and assembling numerous parts of the Electron rocket. From pressurized tanks, Structural Assemblies, Propellant Filters right through to Payload hardware and Heat shields, you will undertake all aspects of the build required during production while adhering to Rocket Lab’s High Standards of Quality, as well as meeting the schedule demand set out by the production leadership team.

With the ongoing success of Electron, our composite team is going through hypergrowth and has several open positions ranging from Junior to Senior. Wages depend upon experience between $25.00 - $40.00 p/h.

As a technician, you will be hands-on, working with tools, equipment, and/or facilities to build, launch, or test Rocket Lab launch vehicles or components. Your responsibilities contribute to the overall production and launch schedule.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BRING:

At least 2 years’ experience as a composite technician Precision Lamination skills of prepreg systems Precision Lamination skills of Tooling Prepreg systems Knowledge of Bagging for oven and Autoclave cures Interpret and apply laminate and assembly drawings to ensure product quality Previous experience in multi-layer insulation (MLI) and heat-shield materials Perform measurements and calculations used in a marine or composite workplace Interpret and apply assembly drawings to ensure product quality

If you meet some or all of the above requirements, apply now All applications are considered and reviewed.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s 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 other’s 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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