GSE Mechanical Technician

Responsibilities

• Build facility systems of tubing, piping and mechanical structures
• Use knowledge and skills to build mechanical systems that adhere to standards of integrity and cleanliness
• Directly support rocket engine hardware processing and checkout operations
• Operate high pressure gas and cryogenic systems using detailed work instructions and proper PPE
• Perform facility checkout and test operations safely while maintaining situational awareness
• Perform troubleshooting to resolve facility and test operations issues
• Collaborate with GSE teams to complete design, build, installation and checkout of facility systems

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, or heavy industry (2+ years for Level II, 5+ years for Level III, 8+ years for Senior)
• Demonstrated experience building and activating facility systems
• Experience with high pressure gas and cryogenic systems
• Ability to work collaboratively on difficult tasks

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating or building rocket engine test stands or large industrial complexes
• Knowledge of industry processes for pressure systems and cleanliness (NASA, USAF, DoD, ASME)
• Post-secondary technical degrees or licenses (A&P or similar)
• Experience with rocket engines, launch vehicles, or aerospace hardware
• Experience operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methane
• Knowledge of valve types, fittings, flange types, and materials of construction
• Basic computer skills in MS Office, JIRA, or CONFLUENCE

About the Company

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space.