Rocket Lab

Composite Technician - Painter

Auckland, New Zealand

Full Time

13 minutes ago

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Job description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

MANUFACTURING

Rocket Lab’s Manufacturing team are the builders and the doers who work with our advanced machinery across our global manufacturing sites to get our satellites, satellite components, and rockets out the door. They bring the designs of our engineers to life by using advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing to create our hardware and are responsible for delivering our projects and missions on time and on budget to our customers.

COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN I - PAINTING

As a Composite Technician who is specialised in Painting, you will be responsible for building and assembling numerous parts of the Electron rocket. From pressurised tanks, Structural Assemblies, Propellent Filters right through to Payload hardware and Heat shields. You will undertake all aspects of surface coating required during production, while adhering to Rocket labs High standards of Quality, and secondly meeting the schedule demand set out by the production leadership team.

Join a driven team that’s tackling challenging projects, delivering on exciting missions, and making an impact on the future of space!

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Accurately measure mark and trim components using drawings and work instructions
Prepare and coat internal and external surfaces of the vehicle to designed specification
Paint components on and inside the launch vehicle which will require working in confined spaces while wearing the necessary safety PPE.
Prepare and coat tooling substrates used for production
Install vehicle decals to the required specifications.
Support supply chain to maintain accurate and reliable stock levels.
Move large and small components and major assemblies form area to area with an understanding of the criticality of the process.
Record batch numbers and maintain traceability of Raw materials used
Prepare stock for components used in production.
Practice the highest level of accuracy while surfacing and coating components.
Support R&D tasks to improve production techniques or vehicle reliability/performance.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

Trade qualified in relevant industry
Must be able to demonstrate 4+ years of relevant industry experience
Precision application skills of the paint systems and tooling systems
Precision decal application skills
Basic Hand tool skills
Interpret and apply assembly drawings to ensure product quality
Repair damaged or faulty composite items
Select, use, and care for hand and power tools used in the marine or composite industry
Perform measurements and calculations used in a marine or composite workplace
Apply health and safety procedures in a marine or composite workplace
Operate simple mechanical plant used in the marine or composite industry

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
The ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously.
Able to read, understand and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings.
A high work ethic, always seeking more responsibility.
Computer literate, and comfortable using smartphones and tablets.

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 g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.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.