Lead Test Ops Tech — Neutron Program (C/D Shift)

rocketlab; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi seeks a Lead Test Operations Technician for C and D shifts to lead the test ops crew, build, operate and maintain Neutron test assets, and ensure safe, efficient delivery of daily objectives.

You will manage job assignments, drive improvements, and oversee training to uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 6+ years of experience as an operating technician in test facilities, industrial plants, or other technical environments.
• Experience leading a team and driving production objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of test operations technicians to ensure clear responsibilities.
• Coordinate daily site activities with test ops, GSE, and electrical teams.
• Track team output against delivery objectives and plan capacity.
• Drive improvement projects to reduce touch-time and safety risk.
• Oversee preventive maintenance across the facility.
• Ensure training and conformance to health and safety policies.

Skills

Leadership

5S Lean

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

ERP/MES

Job description

Rocket Lab at the NASA Stennis Space Center in Mississippi seeks a Lead Test Operations Technician for C and D shifts to lead the test ops crew, build, operate and maintain Neutron test assets, and ensure safe, efficient delivery of daily objectives.

You will manage job assignments, drive improvements, and oversee training to uphold health and safety standards in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.