Senior Welder - Aerospace Fluid Systems & Exotics

Rocket Lab Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Vacation & sick time

EV charging subsidy

Onsite fitness centers

Merchandise discounts

Paid holidays

Job summary

Rocket Lab Corporation in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Senior Welder to fabricate fluid systems and sub-assemblies for Rutherford and Archimedes engines. You will set up welding systems, weld to blueprints, and ensure tight tolerances are met.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in welding, aerospace experience, and familiarity with ASME/ANSI/ISO standards. Monday–Thursday, 3:30pm–1:45am shift, extended hours possible.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of welding experience with advanced techniques.
• Experience in Aerospace, Automotive, Shipbuilding, or Construction.
• Familiarity with ASME, ANSI, ISO, D17.1 standards and codes.
• Proficiency in GTAW(TIG), OTW, Laser Welding, Lathe Welding.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols.
• Experience welding on .011–.250.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate welding systems following procedures.
• Weld assemblies per work orders, blueprints, and verbal instructions.
• Meet product specs within tight tolerances.

Skills

Welding experience

Aerospace experience

Codes & standards

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Welding size range .011–.250

3D printed parts experience

Education

Certified Welder

TIG/Brazing certifications

Materials certifications (SS/Al/Ti/Inconel)

Job description

Rocket Lab Corporation in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Senior Welder to fabricate fluid systems and sub-assemblies for Rutherford and Archimedes engines. You will set up welding systems, weld to blueprints, and ensure tight tolerances are met.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in welding, aerospace experience, and familiarity with ASME/ANSI/ISO standards. Monday–Thursday, 3:30pm–1:45am shift, extended hours possible.