CNC Operator

Rocket Lab USA; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a CNC Operator to join their team in the United States. This role involves manufacturing parts for rockets and satellites using advanced state-of-the-art CNC machinery. Candidates should excel in attention to detail and have 3+ years of relevant experience in aerospace or similar industries. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the space industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with stainless steel, composites material.
• High level of workmanship desired.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture parts for rockets and satellites.
• Maintain CNC equipment as necessary for production.
• Inspect finished parts and make process adjustments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Work independently

Standardized processes

Tools

Fanuc CNC controls

Siemens CNC controls

Mitsubishi CNC controls

CAD Design

Job description

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

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CNC Operator

Rocket Lab’s Machine Shop are responsible for the advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites, satellite components, and rockets out the door.

With direct involvement in parts during design through to manufacture, we see the whole picture. Through collaboration and teamwork, we bring the designs of our engineers to life by using state of the art CNC machinery to create our hardware.

Experience in aerospace, aviation, motorsports, marine or similar industries are preferred but not essential.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

• Manufacture parts for rockets and satellites
• All aspects of machine setting including vice and chuck change over
• Setting work coordinate systems, tool setting, loading and measurements
• Monitoring cutting conditions & make in process adjustments
• Inspecting finished parts
• Maintenance of CNC equipment as necessary for production

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience

THESE SKILLS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• High level of workmanship
• Fanuc, Siemens, and Mitsubishi CNC controls
• CAD Design
• Excellent attention to detail and record keeping
• Ability to work independently and deliver against deadlines
• Adheres to standardized processes

If you have CNC experience working with stainless steel, composites material or similarapply now - all applications are reviewed and considered.

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 deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [e-mail]. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click hereITAR Regulations.