Logistics Coordinator

**Rocket Lab**

Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,500 people strong and we're adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core - every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.

**Life at Rocket Lab**

While other companies talk about it, we do it

**About the role**

The Logistics Coordinator at Rocket Lab is responsible for domestic and international shipping and freight forwarding.

There are hundreds of components that are used to manufacture Electron's Launch Vehicle that globally sourced and or are moved domestically and internationally between Rocket Lab manufacturing sites and this role will actively manage the logístical movements of these items. This role is responsible for managing domestic and international logistics between Rocket Lab USA and other sites and suppliers, including the adherence to ITAR and other export regulations applicable.

**Essential skills**
- Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or High school diploma and 4+ years of relative experience
- Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires additional specialized training and/or certification.
- Exposure to international shipping regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
- Knowledge of freight forwarding and customs regulations.
- International Air Transportation Association, (IATA) / International Maritime Dangerous Good (IMDG) knowledge.
- Strong IT knowledge, comfortable working with Windows.
- Experience working with a fully integrated Enterprise Resource Planning system.
- A can-do attitude, open to learning with good organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills and able to build working relationships.

**Desired Skills**
- Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other heavy manufacturing.
- Experience with ERP Systems.
- Prior experience in high-paced, rapid growth environment.

**Rocket Lab Employee Benefits**
- The opportunity to work on innovative and ground breaking technology
- An employee stock purchase program
- Access to world leading experts to develop your career
- Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks
- Rocket Lab merchandise - T-shirts, mission patches etc.
- Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross
- Additional parental leave entitlements
- A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year

If the above sounds like you **apply** now

Important information:
**FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY**:

- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR -120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations fromthe U.S Department of State._
- 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._

**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._