Launch Pad Mechanical Technician - Fluid Systems

Rocket Lab USA

Wallops Island (VA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Wallops Island, Virginia, seeks Mechanical Technicians at various levels (I, II, III, Senior) to support the Neutron launch vehicle project. Candidates will fabricate subsystems essential for launch operations and lead technician teams, ensuring quality and timely execution on the integration schedules. Qualifications include a High School diploma and relevant experience, particularly with hydraulics and pneumatics, in aerospace or industrial settings. This role provides a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology.

Qualifications

  • Experience working in aerospace, industrial, or relevant industry.
  • Ability to follow detailed schematics and instructions.
  • Experience with fluid components in mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Fabricate mechanical subsystems for Neutron.
  • Lead team activities to meet integration schedules.
  • Install and maintain launch pad systems.

Skills

Experience with hydraulics
Knowledge of pneumatics
Use of hand tools
Assembly of large structures
Measurement tools proficiency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Wallops Island, Virginia, seeks Mechanical Technicians at various levels (I, II, III, Senior) to support the Neutron launch vehicle project. Candidates will fabricate subsystems essential for launch operations and lead technician teams, ensuring quality and timely execution on the integration schedules. Qualifications include a High School diploma and relevant experience, particularly with hydraulics and pneumatics, in aerospace or industrial settings. This role provides a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology.
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