Senior Avionics Manufacturing Technician

Rocket Lab; Long Beach (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the space industry is seeking a Senior Avionics Manufacturing Technician to join their team in Long Beach, California. The role involves building and testing components for rocket engines, ensuring high-quality electrical assemblies. Candidates should have extensive experience in electrical work and a strong understanding of manufacturing standards. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and teamwork, with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with electrical assemblies and components.
• Experience with PCB assembly, soldering, and harnessing small electrical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Follow work instructions and suggest improvements.
• Identify and report abnormalities.
• Complete special projects and scheduled jobs.

Skills

Electrical Assemblies

Soldering

PCB Assembly

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Soldering Irons

Wire Strippers

Torque Drivers

Multimeters

Job description

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Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. We build and launch rockets and satellites that enable ambitious space missions worldwide, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation, climate change efforts, national security, and new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, and our upcoming Neutron rocket will be a reusable 13-tonne payload class launcher for future mega constellations. Our space systems include a broad range of satellites and components that have supported over 1,700 missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, and Mars Ingenuity helicopter.

About Rocket Lab

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights! Rocket Lab’s Manufacturing team is responsible for building and testing components and electrical assemblies of the Rutherford rocket engine, including soldering, wire harnessing, PCB assembly, and functional testing. The Senior Avionics Manufacturing Technician will support leadership and the production organization with deliverables for internal and external stakeholders, based at our headquarters in Long Beach, California.

What You’ll Get To Do

1. Follow work instructions and suggest improvements.
2. Communicate openly and escalate concerns or recommendations.
3. Think creatively and question the status quo.
4. Contribute to local 5S work center activities.
5. Identify and report abnormalities.
6. Complete special projects and scheduled jobs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with electrical assemblies and components.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience with PCB assembly, soldering, and harnessing small electrical assemblies.
• Proficiency with tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, spanners, soldering irons.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting PCB and wiring assemblies to workmanship standards.
• Use of specialized tools like wire strippers, torque drivers, multimeters, and test equipment.
• Experience testing components and operating thermal chambers and software-driven tests.
• Knowledge of ESD policies and manufacturing standards like IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-610, and IPC-620.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for long periods.
• Comfort working with hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs unassisted.
• Willingness to work extended hours or weekends as needed.

Salary and benefits details are provided, with a base pay range of $30–$40 USD for California residents. The role involves working in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and teamwork.