Avionics Manufacturing Technician II - A Shift

rocketlab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Medical plans

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking an Avionics Manufacturing Technician II for the A Shift to build and test components and electrical assemblies of the Rutherford rocket engine, including soldering, wire harnessing, and PCB assembly. Based onsite at our Long Beach HQ, you will use 3D printing and other advanced manufacturing techniques to deliver hardware and support continuous improvement.

The role requires 2+ years with electrical assemblies, a high school diploma or GED, PCB assembly experience, and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with electrical assemblies and components.
• High School diploma or GED.
• PCB assembly experience.
• Soldering and/or harnessing of small electrical assemblies
• Use of common tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, spanners, soldering irons

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and offer recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Speak openly and elevate concerns / recommendations to Leading Hand.
• Think creatively, and question status quo.
• Actively contribute to local 5S work center.
• Identify and highlight abnormalities.
• Complete assigned special projects and scheduled jobs.

Skills

Electrical assemblies

Soldering

Wire harnessing

PCB assembly

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Spanners

Soldering irons

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeter

DC power supply

Milliohmmeter

Torque drivers

Job description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

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.

MANUFACTURING

Rocket Lab's Manufacturing team are the builders and the doers who work with our advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites, satellite components, and rockets out the door. They bring the designs of our engineers to life by using advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing to create our hardware and are responsible for delivering our projects and missions on time and on budget to our customers.

AVIONICS MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN II - A SHIFT

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, California the Avionics Manufacturing Technician II is responsible for building and testing components and electrical assemblies of the Rutherford rocket engine - an electric propellant pump system. Avionics Manufacturing Technicians are responsible for a broad range of responsibilities including soldering, wire harnessing, PCB assembly, functional testing, operating thermal chambers, creative ideas, and offer continuous improvement recommendations.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

• Follow work instructions and offer recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Speak openly and elevate concerns / recommendations to Leading Hand.
• Think creatively, and question status quo.
• Actively contribute to local 5S work center.
• Identify and highlight abnormalities.
• Complete assigned special projects and scheduled jobs.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of experience with electrical assemblies and components
• High School diploma or GED
• PCB assembly experience
• Soldering and/or harnessing of small electrical assemblies
• Use of common tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, spanners, soldering irons

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Inspect PCB and wiring assemblies meet customer workmanship standards.
• Use of specialist tools and equipment; wire strippers, torque drivers, milliohmmeter, multimeter, DC power supply, etc.
• Experience testing components, sub-assemblies, and operating test equipment
• Operate thermal chambers, functional test equipment, and perform software driven tests.
• Knowledge of standard industry Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) policy
• Manufacture electronic components to NASA workmanship standards using either IPC-J-STD-001 or IPC-610
• Manufacture electrical harnesses to IPC-620 standards.
• Experience assembling per manufacturing instructions and drawings.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willing to work A Shift (Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm)
• Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces
• Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed
• Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping
• Use hands with precision to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.
• Work in varied environments including production floors, equipment areas, and field locations with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require

#RL

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Additional perks include subsidized EV charging, onsite fitness centers (where available), discounted gym memberships, complimentary snacks and beverages, 50% employee discount on our popular merch store, and a variety of other employee discounts.

Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Hourly Pay Range (CA Only)

$25 - $35 USD

WHAT TO EXPECT

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often