Mechanical Assembly Technician
Core
Assembling and testing launch vehicle components and rockets to high safety and cleanliness standards for space missions.
Role type
Mechanical Assembly Technician
Builds
Rocket Lab launch vehicles (Electron) and satellite components
Domain
Aerospace / Space Launch
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Precision mechanical assembly, Operation of mechanical/electrical/automated test equipment, Riveting, Reading manufacturing drawings, Working to exacting cleanliness standards (oxygen service), ESD awareness
Preferred skills
Computer literacy, Teamwork, Autonomy, Initiative, Calm under pressure
Technologies
Automated test equipment, Smartphones, Tablets
Responsibilities
Receive components from supply chain, Assemble components, Test components, Pass assemblies to Integration team, Inspect assemblies for workmanship standards
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC