Spaceflight Test Technician III – A Shift

Rocket Lab USA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Comprehensive health plans

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Subsidized EV charging

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Test Technician III (A Shift) to work on the Electron avionics, Rutherford engine, and Photon satellite components. You will perform functional, bench, vibration, and environmental tests ensuring components meet spaceflight requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace electronics assembly, hands-on testing with measurement tools, and willingness to work extended hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electronic component assembly, preferably aerospace applications.
• Experience with electrical assembly tools, bench testing, and measuring instruments.
• Experience with vibration tables, thermal environment chambers, and vacuum chambers.
• HS Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Day to day tasks will involve functional testing, bench testing, vibration, and environmental testing.
• Technical capability with testing apparatus is critical to ensure all components are tested to the appropriate levels to be accepted for spaceflight.
• Ensure all components meet performance and quality requirements.

Skills

5+ years experience

Electrical assembly tools

Vibration testing

HS Diploma or GED

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

LabVIEW

Linux

Anechoic Chamber

TVAC chambers

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Test Technician III (A Shift) to work on the Electron avionics, Rutherford engine, and Photon satellite components. You will perform functional, bench, vibration, and environmental tests ensuring components meet spaceflight requirements.

The role requires 5+ years in aerospace electronics assembly, hands-on testing with measurement tools, and willingness to work extended hours.