Reaction Wheel Assembly Technician

**ABOUT ROCKET LAB**

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access space. 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 become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

**ABOUT SPACE SYSTEMS AT ROCKET LAB**:
Rocket Lab's Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars, to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels, flight software, reaction wheels and star trackers, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team is made up of engineers, technicians, and designers who design, create, and put together our own satellites for missions across the commercial, government, and defense sectors, or who build and assemble satellite hardware and software that supports other satellite missions.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**:
As a member of the Reaction Wheels Production team, you will part of a team assembling high precision spacecraft components. You'll have the opportunity to work with modern avionics and electrical systems, test equipment and several mechanical systems. You will carry out all aspects of the component assembly, testing, troubleshooting and rework. This is all focused-on quality and build rate to meet the production schedule. As a technician, you will be hands on, working with tools, test equipment and/or facilities to assemble components required to complete a Reaction Wheel. Your quality of work, attention to detail and responsibilities contribute to the overall production and delivery schedule.

**WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO**:

- Ownership of assigned and team tasks, with accountability for completing them within the schedule demands
- Shift times as set out in the employment contract. Punctual attendance at the start of shift every day is mandatory
- Support Research and Development tasks as required
- Working understanding of tool control and FOD awareness
- Understand in detail the specific components you are assigned and support the team's leading hand in making sound plans and schedule mitigation plans

**YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Trade qualified in either Avionics/Electrical/Mechanical industry
- Operation of mechanical, electrical, or automated test equipment
- Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD
- Have a good level of eyesight and be able to inspect assemblies to a high workmanship standard
- Be able to manufacture components to a high workmanship standard

**THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE**:

- The ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously
- Able to read, understand and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings
- Relevant experience in Prototyping and tooling design
- Relevant experience in New product introduction (NPI)

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

**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.

Important information:
**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. Learn more about ITAR _here_._
- Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants