Avionics Technician – Space Launch Vehicle Assembly

Rocketlab; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Snacks on site

Job summary

Rocket Lab is hiring Avionics Technicians to install avionics, electrical, and fluids components on Neutron launch vehicles. The role emphasizes precision assembly, harnessing, and functional testing as part of a high-performing production team.

Positions range from I to Senior levels, with responsibilities including hands-on assembly, inspection, and collaboration to meet launch schedules. Competitive benefits and salary offered in a dynamic aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Experience across avionics or electrical systems on multiple platforms.
• Precision electrical/mechanical assembly experience.
• Operation of electrical, mechanical and automated test equipment.
• Harness installation and fabrication – crimping, soldering and harness tie in.
• Manufacture components to high workmanship standards, including some soldering and wire harnessing.

Responsibilities

• Install fluids, avionics, and all components onto the launch vehicle with testing.
• Work hands-on with tools and equipment to build, launch, or test vehicles.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet schedules.
• Adhere to high precision standards in assembly tasks (crimping, soldering, harnessing).
• Inspect components and assemblies to ensure workmanship quality.

Skills

avionics systems

electrical assembly

test equipment

crimping

soldering

wire harnessing

ESD policy

read drawings

Tools

wire strippers

torque wrenches

milliohmeter

multimeter

DC power supply

Job description

Rocket Lab is hiring Avionics Technicians to install avionics, electrical, and fluids components on Neutron launch vehicles. The role emphasizes precision assembly, harnessing, and functional testing as part of a high-performing production team.

Positions range from I to Senior levels, with responsibilities including hands-on assembly, inspection, and collaboration to meet launch schedules. Competitive benefits and salary offered in a dynamic aerospace environment.