Precision Avionics Integration Technician

Rocket Lab; Auckland; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking an Vehicle Integration Technician - Avionics in Auckland, NZ. The role covers hands-on installation of avionic and mechanical components onto the Electron launch vehicle, wiring harnesses and high voltage batteries, and supporting the overall production flow.

You will join a versatile team that blends avionics and mechanical skills, ensuring high workmanship, precision assembly and strict cleanliness for oxygen service.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in a relevant industry.
• 4+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Precision avionic and mechanical assembly.
• High-accuracy crimping, soldering and harness termination.
• Cleanliness for oxygen service.
• Sound understanding of standard industry ESD.
• Good eyesight; inspect assemblies to high workmanship standards.
• Manufacture components to a high workmanship standard.

Responsibilities

• Install avionic and mechanical components onto the Electron launch vehicle.
• Wire harnesses and high voltage battery integration.
• Work as part of a versatile integrated team.
• Contribute to production and launch schedules.

Skills

Avionics assembly

Mechanical assembly

Crimping

Soldering

Harness termination

ESD awareness

Inspection

High workmanship

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Crimping tools

Soldering irons

Harness termination tools

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking an Vehicle Integration Technician - Avionics in Auckland, NZ. The role covers hands-on installation of avionic and mechanical components onto the Electron launch vehicle, wiring harnesses and high voltage batteries, and supporting the overall production flow.

You will join a versatile team that blends avionics and mechanical skills, ensuring high workmanship, precision assembly and strict cleanliness for oxygen service.