Aerospace Production Technician II - Space Hardware & Equity

Rocket Lab Corporation; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase program

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Silver Spring, MD, is seeking an Aerospace Production Technician II to support development and assembly of cutting-edge spaceflight hardware, including separation systems and on-orbit devices. The role demands attention to detail, independence, and teamwork in a fast-moving environment.

The position offers base pay, equity, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow with a world-leading space company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in hands-on aerospace assembly.
• Understanding basic electronic circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision assembly of aerospace mechanisms using established procedures.
• Operate spaceflight hardware and assembly fixtures using data acquisition systems and established procedures.
• Attach and remove components on spaceflight hardware.
• Inspect mechanical and electrical components.
• Solder spaceflight harnesses per the J-STD.
• Generate ideas for potential process improvements.
• Assist with non-conformance investigations.

Skills

Aerospace assembly experience

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

J-STD001-FS certification

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in Silver Spring, MD, is seeking an Aerospace Production Technician II to support development and assembly of cutting-edge spaceflight hardware, including separation systems and on-orbit devices. The role demands attention to detail, independence, and teamwork in a fast-moving environment.

The position offers base pay, equity, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow with a world-leading space company.