Rocket Lab Corporation

Rocket Lab Corporation

Lead Composite Technician

Middle River, MD

Work authorization required$37k-$45kDetected 20 hours ago

About the role

  • NEUTRON Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight.
  • COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN Composite Technicians will be based out of Rocket Lab's newest Space Structures Complex production facility in Middle River, MD.
  • Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab.

Responsibilities

  • We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.
  • Perform other standard composite and integration building techniques and practices as industries such as aerospace, space and other composite workplaces demand.

Requirements

  • Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position
  • Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces.
  • Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
  • Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods - 8 hours min
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces
  • You may be requested to work on other products for Rocket Lab in the local area or travel as required.
  • 10+ years of experience in composite production, military equipment maintenance, or mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Experience using various hand and power tools

Nice to have

  • Experienced in Core bond and Splicing
  • Broad Industry manufacturing experience from previous appointments
  • 1+ years composite experience (aerospace industry experience preferred)
  • Advanced Prepreg manufacturing knowledge
  • Resin infusion knowledge
  • Intermediate Math Skills

Compensation

  • This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal opportunity

  • Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • citizen, lawful U

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