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Propulsion Test Technician III - A Shift
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Extended hours
- 5 years
- US work authorization
- Manufacturing
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Propulsion Technician
Anduril Industries —Santa Ana, CA
- $41.35 - $54.80 an hour
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- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
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Propulsion Technician II, First Shift
Relativity Space —Long Beach, CA
- $27.20 - $40.80 an hour
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- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Cleaning
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Propulsion Test Technician III - C Shift
Rocket Lab Corporation —Long Beach, CA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Extended hours
- 5 years
- US work authorization
- Manufacturing
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Propulsion Test Technician III - A Shift

Rocket Lab Corporation -
Long Beach, CA

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Job Details

$30 - $40 an hour
4 days ago

Qualifications

Mechanical valves
Instrumentation and control equipment installation
Embla

Full Job Description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

NEUTRON

Neutron is a medium lift launch vehicle capable of delivering the mega constellations of tomorrow, high assurance payloads, and human spaceflight. As a highly reusable launch platform, Neutron will deliver a highly cost-effective and reliable launch solution leveraging Rocket Lab's proven execution history with the Electron program. If you're interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!

PROPULSION TEST TECHNICIAN III - A SHIFT

Based out of Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA the Propulsion Test Technician is responsible for the testing of our Rutherford rocket engine. The engine consists of a thrust chamber, pumps, valves, plumbing, TVC actuators, motor controllers, and other mechanical components. You will support the Propulsion Production Manager and Production organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

Perform high-pressure pneumatic operations (GN2/HE).
Set up and operate Data Acquisition (DAQ) systems, including FlexLogger and LabView.
Troubleshoot and repair valves, regulators, pressure relief valves, pressure transducers, and check valves.
Work with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Conduct hydrostatic testing and handle LN2/cryogenic components during testing procedures.
Generate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) to document and address issues.
Implement and improve 5S practices to maintain a clean and organized work area.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A PROPULSION TEST TECHNICIAN III:

5+ years of experience in high-pressure operations.
Experience in Data Acquisition & Instrumentation systems such as FlexLogger and LabView.
Hands-on experience with valves, regulators, pressure relief valves, pressure transducers, and check valves.
Experience handling LN2/cryogenic components under test conditions.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

8+ years of mechanical assembly and/or mechanical fitting experience
Experience performing; torquing, safety and/or lock wire installation, assembly per work instructions, and environment tests (proof and leak).
A&P, trade, or industry certified.
Experience with in-space testing.
Knowledgeable in manufacturing processes and continued product development.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willing to work Monday - Thursday (5:30am - 3:30pm)
Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces
Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed
Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping
Use hands with precision to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment
Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.
Work in varied environments including production floors, equipment areas, and field locations with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery
Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require.

#RL1

WHAT TO EXPECT

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. 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.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [email protected].This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

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