Precision Cleaning Technician II - B Shift

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized EV charging

Onsite fitness centers

Discounted gym memberships

Complimentary snacks and beverages

50% employee discount on merch store

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Precision Cleaning Technician II - B Shift to join our aerospace manufacturing team. Based at Rocket Headquarters, you will clean machined flight hardware components and assemblies for Rutherford engines.

This role requires accuracy under pressure, attention to detail, and familiarity with ultrasonic cleaners, degreasers, cleanroom practices, and part labeling. The position offers the CA hourly pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of precision cleaning experience in aerospace.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Proficient with following written and verbal instructions.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous detail.
• Experience with ultrasonic cleaners, degreasers, and oxygen cleaning.
• Experience bagging parts and labeling.
• Cleanroom experience.
• Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Based out of Rocket Headquarters in Long Beach, CA, perform precision cleaning of machined flight hardware and assemblies.
• Clean major Rutherford engine components, including thrust chamber and injectors; follow processes for 3D printed and machined parts.
• Maintain high level of attention to detail on production floor.

Skills

Experience under pressure

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Aerospace industry experience

Tools

Ultrasonic Cleaning Tanks

NVR (non-volatile residue)

Particle Testing

Clean room practices

Job description

Long Beach, CA

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.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab’s proven execution history with the Electron program. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

PRECISION CLEANING TECHNICIAN II - B SHIFT

Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California the Precision Cleaning Technician II will work with various fluid systems and sub-assembly components for the Rutherford and Archimedes Rocket engines.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO

• Based out of Rocket Headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Precision Cleaning Technicianis responsible for cleaning machined flight hardware components and assemblies.
• All major components of the Rutherford rocket engine are 3D printed including; thrust chamber, injectors, main valves and pump parts. Remaining parts are machined from raw material or procured externally.
• Position requires a high-level of attention to detail.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Computer literate, able to follow instructions and record day to day activities.
• Highly organized with faultless attention to detail.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• 2+ years of experience in precision cleaning in aerospace industry.
• Experienced in precision cleaning, ultrasonic cleaners, degreasers, oxygen cleaning and clean room methodology/practices.
• Experience bagging parts and creating labels accordingly.
• Experience working in a cleanroom.
• Ultrasonic Cleaning Tanks
• NVR (non-volatile residue).
• Particle Part Testing.
• Experience in the aerospace industry

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Willing to work 2nd shift (Monday- Thursday 3:30pm - 1:45pm)
• Stand and walk extended periods ( 8+ hours) on production floor
• Perform repetitive motions including grasping, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Operate equipment and controls requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 25 lbs.
• Work in a production environment with noise, moving machinery, and varying environmental conditions
• Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require

Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

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)

$20 - $20 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.

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.