Composite Surface Coating Specialist

1 week ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Space Talent Full time

About Space Talent

At Rocket Lab, we are pushing the boundaries of space exploration. Our team of experts designs and builds innovative rockets and spacecraft that have enabled groundbreaking missions to the edge of space.

This role is part of our manufacturing team, where you will be responsible for preparing and coating the surfaces of our spacecraft with precision and care.

We're looking for a skilled and experienced technician who can bring their expertise in surface coating and preparation to help us deliver high-quality products on time.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in precision application skills, hand tool usage, and health and safety procedures. They will also possess excellent communication and teamwork skills, as well as the ability to read and interpret assembly drawings.

Responsibilities:

  • Measure, mark, and trim components according to drawings and work instructions.
  • Prepare and coat internal and external surfaces of the vehicle to designed specifications.
  • Paint components on and inside the launch vehicle, working in confined spaces while wearing necessary safety PPE.
  • Prepare and coat tooling substrates used for production.
  • Install vehicle decals to required specifications.
  • Maintain accurate and reliable stock levels by supporting supply chain management.
  • Move large and small components and major assemblies from area to area, considering criticality of the process.
  • Record batch numbers and maintain traceability of raw materials used.
  • Prepare stock for components used in production.
  • Support R&D tasks to improve production techniques or vehicle reliability/performance.

Requirements:

  • Trade qualified in relevant industry.
  • 4+ years of experience in relevant industry.
  • Precision application skills of paint systems and tooling systems.
  • Precision decal application skills.
  • Basic hand tool skills.
  • Interpret and apply assembly drawings to ensure product quality.
  • Repair damaged or faulty composite items.
  • Select, use, and care for hand and power tools used in marine or composite industry.
  • Perform measurements and calculations used in a marine or composite workplace.
  • Apply health and safety procedures in a marine or composite workplace.
  • Operate simple mechanical plant used in marine or composite industry.

We're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best work and reach new heights.



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