Launch Vehicle Integration Technician

Rocket Lab; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking a Vehicle Integration Technician I-IV to join the integration team, supporting the Neutron program from components through day-of-launch activities.

The role requires hands-on installation of mechanical, electrical, and fluids components, plus testing and troubleshooting for Neutron launch vehicles. You’ll work in a multidisciplinary team focusing on precision and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Requires hands-on experience with integration and testing of fluids/avionics/vehicle components and systems.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly requirements and specifications.
• Strong attention to precision and ability to work to exacting standards.

Responsibilities

• Install fluids, avionics and other components onto launch vehicle, perform functional tests.
• Perform hands-on assembly, using tools and facilities to build or test vehicles or components.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet production and launch schedules.
• Adhere to high-precision standards in assembly tasks including crimping, soldering, harness termination.
• Conduct inspections to ensure components meet workmanship standards.
• Support setup of local 5S work centers.
• Handle multiple tasks and pivot to high-priority work.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeter

Torque wrenches

Crimping tools

Soldering tools

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking a Vehicle Integration Technician I-IV to join the integration team, supporting the Neutron program from components through day-of-launch activities.

The role requires hands-on installation of mechanical, electrical, and fluids components, plus testing and troubleshooting for Neutron launch vehicles. You’ll work in a multidisciplinary team focusing on precision and on-time delivery.