Space Test Operations Electrical Technician II

Rocket Lab; Mississippi; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab is seeking an experienced Test Operations Electrical Technician II/III at the Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. You will build and operate critical test facilities to support Archimedes and Neutron programs, working with technicians and engineers to ensure safe, reliable electrical and data acquisition systems for high pressure and cryogenic testing.

This role involves hands-on setup, calibration, and testing of instrumentation, adherence to safety, and collaboration to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years demonstrated experience in test operations or in designing, building and activating test facilities.

Responsibilities

• Build facility systems including computer and other IT systems, data acquisition hardware, control system and PLC hardware, instrumentation, wiring, conduit, cameras, communication, etc.
• Lead or participate in teams to set up and operate test facilities.
• Maintain safety for self and team and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Assist with checkout, calibration and functional testing of instrumentation and control systems for high pressure and cryogenic fluid systems.
• Set up a new shop, specify tools and equipment, and build the needed inventory.
• Adhere to best practices for electrical and data acquisition system buildup.
• Support stand-up of a test facility control room.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years test operations experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Rocket Lab is seeking an experienced Test Operations Electrical Technician II/III at the Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. You will build and operate critical test facilities to support Archimedes and Neutron programs, working with technicians and engineers to ensure safe, reliable electrical and data acquisition systems for high pressure and cryogenic testing.

This role involves hands-on setup, calibration, and testing of instrumentation, adherence to safety, and collaboration to