Launch Technician, Mechanical
Rocket Lab - Events(1 month ago)
About this role
The Launch Technician - Mechanical at Rocket Lab (Wallops Island, VA) supports LC-2 launch operations by assisting a technician team to build, integrate, test, operate, and maintain critical launch systems and vehicles. The role focuses on mechanical systems for launch pad infrastructure and vehicle integration and requires international travel for training. Candidates must meet U.S. export-control eligibility and be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
Required Skills
- Assembly
- Installation
- Preventative Maintenance
- Inspection
- Pressure Testing
- Leak Testing
- Precision Cleaning
- Troubleshooting
- Pad Integration
- Vehicle Integration
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Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- GED
- U.S. Passport
- Top Secret
- U.S. Citizenship Or Green Card
About Rocket Lab - Events
rocketlabcorp.comRocket Lab is an end-to-end space company that delivers reliable launch services, spacecraft, and satellite components. It operates the Electron small launch vehicle and is developing the larger, reusable Neutron rocket, alongside technologies for responsive launches and payload integration (including HASTE and reusable‑rocket capabilities). Rocket Lab also designs and manufactures spacecraft, payloads and components and provides mission and launch services to accelerate customers’ access to orbit. The company’s mission is to provide frequent, cost‑effective access to space to improve life on Earth.