Vehicle Integration Technician, all levels Verified today
About Rocket Lab
Rocket Lab builds rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected and protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
The Role: Vehicle Integration Technician I-IV
Join the Vehicle Integration team for Neutron, a medium-lift reusable launch vehicle. You will play a pivotal role in the installation of mechanical, electrical, and fluids components along with integrated systems testing. Our team is comprised of highly skilled technicians with diverse backgrounds working seamlessly together to see the launch vehicle through production from integration to day-of-launch activities. The ability to adapt and employ a versatile skillset is essential.
What You'll Do
- Install fluids, avionics, and all other components onto the launch vehicle
- Troubleshoot and complete functional tests of the fully integrated launch vehicle
- Engage in hands-on work with tools, equipment, and facilities to build, launch, or test Rocket Lab launch vehicles or components
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to meet production and launch schedules
- Adhere to high precision standards in assembly tasks, including crimping, soldering, and harness termination
- Conduct inspections to ensure components and assemblies meet stringent workmanship standards
- Actively contribute to setting up local 5S work centers
- Manage multiple tasks and pivot onto high-priority tasks as needed
Qualifications by Level
Vehicle Integration Technician I:
- High School diploma or GED
- Experience in assembly and testing in any of: fluids component integration/fabrication, avionics component integration/fabrication, vehicle component integration, or systems testing and troubleshooting
Vehicle Integration Technician II:
- 2+ years of relevant industry experience
- High School diploma or GED
- Experience in assembly and testing in any of: avionics component integration/fabrication, vehicle component integration, systems testing and troubleshooting, or fluids component integration/fabrication
Vehicle Integration Technician III:
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience
- High School diploma or GED
- Experience in assembly and testing in any of: fluids component integration/fabrication, avionics component integration/fabrication, vehicle component integration, or systems testing and troubleshooting
Vehicle Integration Technician IV:
- 8+ years of relevant industry experience
- High School diploma or GED
- Experience in assembly and testing in any of: fluids component integration/fabrication, avionics component integration/fabrication, vehicle component integration, or systems testing and troubleshooting
Nice to Have
- Maintenance skills including troubleshooting, precision cleaning, components disassembly/assembly, and system testing
- Ability to read and build assembly drawings
- Experience with equipment including forklift, telehandler, boom lift, scissor lift, power tools, and torque wrenches
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to work to exacting standards
- Good eyesight for inspecting assemblies to high workmanship standards
- Ability to work effectively in both team environments and independently
- Capability to read, understand, and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings