Facilities Technician I

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 54,013,000 - 67,509,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program (15%–+

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

EV charging subsidy

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Facilities Technician to perform electrical maintenance and infrastructure upgrades at the headquarters and Engine Development Center. You will work onsite, supporting electrical installs, reading schematics, and coordinating with manufacturing and engineering teams to meet project timelines.

This role requires a High School Diploma with hands-on electrical/mechanical exposure, proficiency with MS Office, and the ability to handle NEC/local code

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Some hands-on experience or coursework with mechanical and/or electrical equipment (internships, school projects, or part-time work welcome)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of building electrical systems (120V–480V, 3-phase) under supervision.
• Support electrical infrastructure projects including power distribution and lighting systems.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, EHS, Production, IT to define electrical requirements and timelines.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings.
• Assist in installing and modifying conduit systems and bending conduit (EMT preferred).
• Assist with selecting conductors, breakers, transformers, and distribution equipment per NEC/local codes.
• Help with equipment installations including procurement support, layout planning, and energization.
• Manage electrical work orders through JIRA; prioritize tasks with supervisor guidance.
• Ensure work complies with NEC, OSHA and local codes; oversee contractors when needed.
• Support general facilities tasks (HVAC, plumbing, painting, minor construction, etc.).

Skills

Hands-on experience

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electrical schematics

JIRA

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.

FACILITIES

Rocket Lab's Facilities team is responsible for maintenance, operations, and improvements projects across our locations, making sure that the facilities our teams use every day are well looked after and operating as they should.

FACILITIES TECHNICIAN

Based onsite at Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California, the Facilities Technician is responsible for electrical maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and electrical improvement projects at Rocket Lab's headquarters and Engine Development Center.

What You Will Do

• Assist with the installation, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of building electrical systems (120V–480V, 3-phase systems) under the guidance of senior technicians.
• Support electrical infrastructure projects, including power distribution, panel upgrades, machine installations, lighting systems, and equipment tie-ins.
• Work closely with internal teams (Manufacturing, Engineering, EHS, Production, IT) to help define electrical requirements and support project timelines.
• Learn to read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings.
• Assist in installing and modifying conduit systems, including bending conduit (EMT preferred; rigid and flexible conduit experience a plus).
• Support the sizing and selection of conductors, breakers, transformers, and distribution equipment in accordance with NEC and local codes.
• Help with equipment installations, including procurement support, layout planning, power drops, disconnects, and energization.
• Manage and update electrical work orders through JIRA, prioritizing tasks based on guidance from supervisors.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with NEC, OSHA, and local building code requirements.
• Support oversight of contractors performing electrical work, ensuring standards are met.
• Assist with general facilities maintenance tasks as needed, including HVAC support, plumbing repairs, painting, minor construction, furniture relocation, and other duties to support site operations.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• Some hands-on experience or coursework with mechanical and/or electrical equipment (internships, school projects, or part-time work welcome)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Additional Requirements

• Work in environments with electrical hazards, chemical exposure, temperature variations, and noise
• Wear required PPE as assigned, which may include safety glasses, gloves, respirators, and/or other protective clothing for extended periods
• Move between buildings, labs, and work areas, as needed
• Lift, carry, push and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require

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): $18.85 USD - $23.56 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 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.

Important Information

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 here ITAR Regulations.