Space Test Ops Mechanic II/III — 2nd Shift

Rocket Lab USA; Mississippi; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift

Weekend shift

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Test Operations Mechanical Technician II/III at our Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. The role supports the Archimedes engine test program and Neutron vehicle testing, building and operating test facilities and hardware checkout.

Two levels are available; the position requires 2+ years (II) or 5+ years (III) in aerospace facility operations, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work 2nd shift and/or weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, coal, shipping or steel.
• 5+ years experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, coal, shipping or steel.
• High School diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Build facility systems of tubing, piping and mechanical structures.
• Operate high pressure gas and cryogenic systems with proper PPE.
• Directly support rocket engine hardware processing and checkout operations.
• Troubleshoot facility and test operations issues.
• Collaborate with GSE teams for system layout, operations and test processes.

Skills

MS Office

JIRA/Confluence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

JIRA/Confluence

Job description

Rocket Lab USA is seeking a Test Operations Mechanical Technician II/III at our Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi. The role supports the Archimedes engine test program and Neutron vehicle testing, building and operating test facilities and hardware checkout.

Two levels are available; the position requires 2+ years (II) or 5+ years (III) in aerospace facility operations, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work 2nd shift and/or weekend shifts.