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Rocket Lab Corporation

Builds rockets, satellites and space components

A&P Mechanic - All Levels

Product AssemblyConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMiddle River, MD, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED and experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance, or similar work in highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance are required for Mechanic I.
  • A high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance, or similar work in highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance are required for Mechanic II.
  • A high school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance, or similar work in highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance are required for Mechanic III.
  • A high school diploma or GED and at least 8 years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance, or similar work in highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance are required for Senior Mechanic.
  • An A&P license or relevant military experience in fixed-wing or rotor-wing maintenance is required.
  • A&P certification or military equivalent is required.
  • Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools is required.
  • Ability to stand and walk for the entire 8-hour-or-longer shift on various work surfaces is required.
  • Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights, in small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas is required.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping is required.
  • Ability to use hands precisely to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment is required.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 pounds is required.
  • Ability to work in production floors, equipment areas, and field locations, with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery, is required.
  • Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require is required.
  • For candidates seeking to work in U.S. offices, eligibility under U.S. Government space technology export regulations is required: U.S. citizenship, lawful U.S. permanent residence, refugee or asylum status, or eligibility to obtain the required U.S. government authorizations.

Responsibilities

  • Build carbon-fiber structures, mechanical structures, and related components.
  • Integrate mechanical hardware.
  • Maintain shop cleanliness and organization.
  • Use proper personal protective equipment.
  • Contribute to the build and assembly of Neutron launch vehicle components and the refurbishment of previously flown launch vehicles.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of experience in the new-space or aerospace industry.
  • Depot-level aircraft mechanic experience.
  • Military field experience.
  • Experience with scheduled maintenance at the C&D check level.

About the Company

Rocket Lab Corporation

Builds rockets, satellites and space components

Rocket Lab builds and launches rockets, designs satellites and sells spacecraft components for commercial operators, governments and defense customers. Its Electron rocket carries small satellites on dedicated missions, while its Space Systems business supplies complete spacecraft and the hardware and software needed to operate them. Customers pay for launch services, satellite development, component sales and mission support, giving the group business beyond sending its own rockets into space. The company is developing Neutron, a larger reusable rocket intended for constellation deployment and other heavier missions. Rocket Lab's operating business began in 2006 and the group is headquartered in Long Beach, California.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Long Beach, CA
Founded
2006

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