Electrical Technician (m/f/d) UK/Shetlands

Rocket Lab; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the UK is looking for a motivated Electrician to join their team and assist in building the first vertical launch site in Shetland. The role requires installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical systems with opportunities for travel and flexible work arrangements. Ideal candidates have experience in industrial environments and relevant qualifications. Join an international team dedicated to revolutionizing space services.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

1 day home office per week

Health and fitness benefits

30 days annual leave

Regular company events

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience with installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
• Ability to perform LOTO to ensure safe isolation and verification of zero energy state.
• Experience troubleshooting new and existing electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative repair and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Install and maintain power distribution across the launch site.
• Carry out light fabrication and machining using common hand and power tools.

Skills

ECS gold card – Installation Electrician

Previous experience in commercial or industrial electrical environment

Good understanding of instrumentation and control systems

Experience with IT/data systems and equipment

Ability to follow detailed electrical schematics

Understanding of fluid systems such as pneumatic, cryogenics, hydraulics

Experience in maintenance and repair of UPS Systems

Experience with LABVIEW, C++, structured text, ladder logic

MEWP and forklift license

Experience on UK construction

Education

ECS gold card

CSCS green card (desirable)

Job description

At Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA) we have one goal: create low-cost, flexible and reliable access to space. We specialize in the creation of small launcher solutions designed for deploying satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we want to revolutionize space services and help enhance life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and be part of the team leading the New Space movement in Europe!

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG in Rocket Factory Ltd. is looking for a

Electrician (m/f/d) UK/Shetlands

Our international and agile team is searching for a motivated electrician (f/m/d) in the UK. This is a rare opportunity to be involved in building and operation of the UK’s first vertical launch site. You will help lead the construction, installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems at our Launch site on the Shetland Islands, with the opportunity to travel to our other sites across Europe should the need arise. You will have the choice of either being based at the launch site in Unst, or working on a rotation pattern. If you enjoy working in a dynamic and international team of dedicated people, then apply.

Your Tasks

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment
• Perform LOTO to ensure safe isolation and verification of zero energy state
• Troubleshoot new and existing electrical systems, including new and existing machinery
• Perform preventative repair and maintenance of electrical systems, devices, and equipment
• Installation of electrical wiring and components to design and code specifications
• Install and maintain power distribution across the launch site
• Perform electrical installation and wiring of building facilities
• Perform control cabinet wiring and commissioning
• Carry out light fabrication and machining using common hand and power tools

Your Qualifications

• ECS gold card – Installation Electrician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical fitter, Wierman/Panel Builder
• Previous experience in commercial or industrial electrical environment
• Experience and good understanding of instrumentation and control systems
• Experience with IT/ data systems and equipment
• Ability to follow detailed electrical schematics
• Understanding of fluid systems. pneumatic, cryogenics, hydraulics
• Experience in maintenance and repair of UPS Systems
• Experience with LABVIEW, C++, structured text, ladder logic
• Experience with National Instrument, and Beckhoff hardware
• MEWP and forklift license
• Experience on UK construction
• CSCS green card is desirable

We offer

Atmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up

Flexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours

Home Office: Full-time employees benefit from 1 day per week home office

Health: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with WellPass, a training app which connects you to thousands of gyms and studios

Paid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days

RFA Family: Join our regular company and team events and become part of the RFA family

Parking: Free parking for your car and your bike

This is the perfect opportunity to take on an exciting new challenge and be part of the leading private company in the new European space race. You'll get to work with over 300 employees from more than 44 countries and have the opportunity to accelerate your professional and personal development.

Ready to make history with us?

Apply now! We're looking forward to receiving your application in German or English.

Rocket Factory Augsburg AG
Human Resources

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