Composite Technician

5 days ago

Auckland, New Zealand Tbwa ChiatDay Inc 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 are diligent, move fast, and have each others' 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, Propellent 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 are going through hypergrowth and have several open positions ranging from Junior to Senior.
Wages dependent upon experience between $31.50 - $43.50 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.
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.
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.
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These regulations restrict whom Rocket Lab can share materials with, and whom can receive those materials.
This includes hardware, technical data, and defense services.
Access to these materials is required for employment at Rocket Lab; being unable to meet these export compliance requirements means that you will be ineligible for employment at Rocket Lab.
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