Aerospace Technician Trainer II/III

Rocket Lab Corporation; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking an Aerospace Technician Trainer II/III to develop and deliver hands-on training for aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and repair. You will work with engineering, quality, and production to close gaps, promote safety, and ensure compliance with aerospace standards on the Middle River shop floor.

The role supports onboarding, recurrent training, and cross-training of technicians, with certification in composites work centers and strong emphasis on process

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2+ years of experience in training and developing learning strategies.
• Must be certified or able to become certified in all composites work centers.
• Intermediate Math Skills.
• Experience training and mentoring newer technicians on industry standards and specific processes.
• Expert knowledge of tools used for composites and precision assembly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver training programs for aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and repair processes.
• Train personnel on composites materials and processes, aligning with aerospace standards such as FAA/AS9100.
• Create and maintain work instructions, visual aids, and training documentation.
• Evaluate technician proficiency through assessments and on-the-job observations.
• Support onboarding, recurrent training, and cross-training of technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to address defects and implement improvements.
• Troubleshoot composite manufacturing issues and incorporate lessons learned into content.
• Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement on the production floor.

Skills

Training strategy design

Cross-functional collaboration

Intermediate math skills

Mentoring technicians

Experience with composites

Safety and quality emphasis

Proficiency with inspection tools

Education

High School Diploma

BS Degree Learning/Training Development

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Caliper

Micrometers

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measurement instruments

Job description

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solutionleveragingRocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. Ifyou’reinterested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

AEROSPACE TECHNICIAN TRAINER II/III

The Aerospace Technician Trainer will be based out of Rocket Lab’s Space Structures Complex in Middle River MD. The Aerospace Technician Trainer develops and delivers hands-on training to ensure technicians are proficient in aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and repair processes while meeting safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role partners with engineering, quality, and production teams to assess skills, address process gaps, and promote continuous improvement on the shop floor.

please note: this job can be hired as a aerospace technician trainer II or aerospace technician trainer III

WHAT YOU’LL GET TOTODO:

• Develop and deliver training programs for aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and repair processes
• Train personnel on aerospace-grade materials, including prepregs, resins, fibers, core materials, and adhesives
• Ensure training emphasizes compliance with aerospace standards, engineering drawings, and specifications (e.g., FAA, AS9100)
• Create andmaintainwork instructions, visual aids, and training documentation aligned with aerospace quality requirements
• Evaluate technicianproficiencythrough practical assessments, on-the-job observations, and skills certifications
• Support onboarding, recurrent training, and cross-training of composite technicians
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to address defects, rework, and process improvements
• Troubleshoot composite manufacturing issues and incorporate lessons learned into training content
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement on the production floor

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS FOR AEROSPACE TECHNICIAN TRAINER II:

• High School Diploma and 2+ years of experiencein trainingand developing and implementing learning strategies
• Must be certified or able to become certified in all composites work centers
• Intermediate Math Skills
• Experience training and mentoring newer technicians on industry standards and specific processes
• Expert knowledge of the following tool use anddemonstratedcapability to apply them to achieve complex composite assemblies:
  • Pneumatic tools
  • Caliper
  • Micrometers
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Precision measurement instruments
• Familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints
• Experience working with material data sheets
• Demonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex projects within a rapidly evolving environment.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS FOR AEROSPACE TECHNICIAN TRAINER III:

• High School Diploma and 5+ years of experience in training and developing and implementing learning strategies
• Must be certified or able to become certified in all composites work centers
• Intermediate Math Skills
• Experience training and mentoring newer technicians on industry standards and specific processes
• Expert knowledge of the following tool use anddemonstratedcapability to apply them to achieve complex composite assemblies:
  • Pneumatic tools
  • Caliper
  • Micrometers
  • Hand tools
  • Power tools
  • Precision measurement instruments
• Familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints
• Experience working with material data sheets
• Demonstrated experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing complex projects within a rapidly evolving environment.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Broad Industry manufacturing experience frompreviousappointments
• Advanced Prepreg manufacturing knowledge
• BS Degree Learning/Training Development

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces.
• Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
• Respirator Use: Must be able to wear a respirator as required for certain tasks and environments.
• Heavy Lifting: Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, up to 50 lbs. as part of regular job duties.
• Equipment Operation: Proficiency in operating lift trucks, scissor lifts and other support equipment as needed for various tasks.
• Working at Heights: Comfortable and capable of working at heights, including on scaffolding and