Senior Spacecraft Assembly & Test Technician

Rocket Lab

Long Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 58,000 - 72,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Rocket Lab, located in Long Beach, CA, is seeking an Assembly Integration & Test Technician III to perform spacecraft assembly, integration, and test activities with a strong safety and quality mindset. You will work on flight hardware, install propulsion-related components, and participate in functional and environmental tests on a fast-paced aerospace production line.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of manufacturing experience, leadership in complex campaigns, and hands-on skills with

Qualifications

5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, preferably aerospace.
Demonstrated technical leadership on complex assembly, integration, and test campaigns.
Experience performing advanced mechanical rework including drilling, tapping, and precision alignment.
Experience with propulsion systems including pressure testing, leak testing, or thrust stand operations.

Responsibilities

Assemble, integrate, and test spacecraft hardware per drawings and quality standards.
Install electrical and mechanical hardware including harnesses, avionics components, heaters, brackets, and connectors.
Use assembly tools and calibrated tooling safely and effectively.
Perform functional checks and production verification activities.
Support spacecraft functional testing and environmental test campaigns.
Support propulsion integration activities and lifting operations following procedures.