Senior Composite Technician

5 days ago

Auckland, New Zealand Rocket Lab Full time

Add expected salary to your profile for insights.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 heightsABOUT THE ROLE:As part of the Production team at Rocket Lab, the Composites team is responsible for building and assembling numerous parts of the Launch vehicle.
You will undertake all aspects of Composite lamination and assembly required during production while utilising traditional and modern composite fabrication techniques.As a Composite Technician your work will include but is not limited to, assembling components used inside pressurised cryogenic propellant tanks, structural components, and deployment systems, always adhering to Rocket Lab's high standards of quality, while meeting the schedule demand set out by the production leadership team.
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.YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:Must be able to demonstrate 5 years relevant industry experiencePrecision Lamination skills of prepreg systemsPrecision Lamination skills of Tooling Prepreg systemsKnowledge of Bagging for oven and Autoclave curesBasic Hand tool skillsInterpret and apply Laminate and assembly drawings to ensure product qualityProduce a laminate by vacuum bagging for compositesProduce a cord laminate itemProduce an open mould from a plug patternRepair damaged or faulty composite itemsSelect, use, and care for hand tools used in the marine or composite industrySelect, use, and care for portable power tools used in the marine or composite industryPerform measurements and calculations used in a marine or composite workplaceInterpret and apply assembly drawings to ensure product qualityApply health and safety procedures in a marine or composite workplaceOperate simple mechanical plant used in the marine or composite industryTHESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:Trade qualified in relevant industryExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenThe ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomouslyAble to read, understand and follow manufacturing instructions and drawingsA high work ethic, always seeking more responsibility.
Able to work additional hours if requiredTakes initiativeRemains calm under pressureComputer literate, and comfortable using smartphones and tabletsFOR 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.How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?How many years' experience do you have as a Composite Technician?
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