Aerospace Fluid Systems Technician II

Rocket Lab; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Virginia is seeking a Mechanical Technician II to support the Neutron launch vehicle program, building and maintaining the ground system and subsystems.

You will work with a tight-knit team, lead daily activities for 3-5 technicians, fabricate mechanical subsystems, and ensure tasks meet quality standards.

This role involves fluids systems work, crane operations, and coordination with teams in Auckland, Long Beach, and Stennis.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment.
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components
• Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms
• Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction

Responsibilities

• Play a crucial role in the fabrication of mechanical subsystems on the test and launch sites supporting Neutron, primarily as they relate to fluids system fabrication.
• Support and as needed lead daily activities for up to 3-5 technicians to meet vehicle integration schedule to support launch pad operations.
• Contribute to workflow/best practices for the launch pad operations
• Ensure tasks are completed on time and to quality standards
• Provide support on other operations as needed to support launch ops Integration
• Fit out, assembly and installation of launch pad systems including: Fluid system initial build and commissioning; As needed Precision cleaning of critical components; Troubleshooting mechanical issues as needed

Skills

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Fluid components

Hand tools

Power tools

Measurement tools

Assembly of large structures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Boom lifts

Job description

Rocket Lab in Virginia is seeking a Mechanical Technician II to support the Neutron launch vehicle program, building and maintaining the ground system and subsystems.

You will work with a tight-knit team, lead daily activities for 3-5 technicians, fabricate mechanical subsystems, and ensure tasks meet quality standards.

This role involves fluids systems work, crane operations, and coordination with teams in Auckland, Long Beach, and Stennis.