Senior Electrical Technician - Space Test Ops

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

Job summary

Rocket Lab in Mississippi is seeking an Electrical Technician III to join the Test Facility team. Based at the Stennis Space Center facility, you will help build and operate test facilities for the Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle, working closely with engineers and technicians to ensure safe, reliable testing.

You will install, calibrate, and troubleshoot electrical systems, interpret schematics, and uphold safety standards while supporting fast-paced rocket engine testing and facility

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 5+ years of experience as an electrical technician, or equivalent in a regulated environment.
• Experience in test operations or in designing, building and activating test facilities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical components, systems, machinery and control panels.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using testing devices to minimize downtime.
• Ensure all electrical systems comply with electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Collaborate in a team with engineers and other technicians on test facilities.
• Read and interpret diagrams, blueprints and schematics to understand systems.
• Support safety and proper operation of high pressure and cryogenic fluid systems.

Skills

Electrical systems

Test operations

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or license (A&P or similar)

Tools

MS Office

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Rocket Lab in Mississippi is seeking an Electrical Technician III to join the Test Facility team. Based at the Stennis Space Center facility, you will help build and operate test facilities for the Archimedes engine and Neutron vehicle, working closely with engineers and technicians to ensure safe, reliable testing.

You will install, calibrate, and troubleshoot electrical systems, interpret schematics, and uphold safety standards while supporting fast-paced rocket engine testing and facility