GSE Mechanical Technician II - Space Test & Facility Ops

Rocket Lab Corporation; Center (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a GSE Mechanical Technician II stationed at Rocket Lab's Stennis Space Center facility to help build and operate critical test facilities supporting Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle.

The role requires 2+ years in facility operations within aerospace or related heavy industries, with a focus on assembling mechanical systems and ensuring safe test operations in collaboration with a team of engineers and technicians.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, or heavy industry.
• Demonstrated experience building and activating facility systems.
• Background in collaborative work to accomplish difficult tasks.
• Experience with high pressure gas and cryogenic systems.

Responsibilities

• Build facility systems of tubing, piping and mechanical structures.
• Directly support rocket engine hardware processing and checkout operations.
• Operate high pressure gas and cryogenic systems using detailed work instructions and proper PPE.
• Perform facility checkout and test operations safely while maintaining situational awareness.

Skills

Facility operations

Collaborative work

High pressure gas systems

Cryogenic systems

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a GSE Mechanical Technician II stationed at Rocket Lab's Stennis Space Center facility to help build and operate critical test facilities supporting Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle.

The role requires 2+ years in facility operations within aerospace or related heavy industries, with a focus on assembling mechanical systems and ensuring safe test operations in collaboration with a team of engineers and technicians.