About this job

Rocket Lab is the global leader in small satellite launch. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. There are endless possibilities for what we can achieve with better access to space, and that access is now a reality thanks to Rocket Lab. Our team is 500 people strong and we’re adding to it every week. Collaboration is at our core – every idea is heard, and everyone makes a difference. Teams are nimble, decisions are made quickly, and we are action oriented.

As Rocket Lab evolves, so does growth and opportunity across our company. An exciting position has opened to join our Avionics team as a Harness Technician. This role will suit somebody who is passionate about working collaboratively in a team environment but also is comfortable working autonomously. We encourage you to bring your creative ideas to the table, suggest any improvements that can be made but also display aptitude to follow instructions. You will excel in this role if you have an appetite for learning and actively take on jobs that fall outside your schedule.

Responsibilities

As a member of the Avionics Harness Production team, you will have the opportunity to work with modern avionics components and systems, test equipment and a limited number of simple mechanical systems. You will carry out all aspects of harness assembly, testing, troubleshooting and rework. This is all focused on quality and built to meet the production schedule.

Profile

• Trade qualified in relevant industry
• Must be able to demonstrate 4+ years of relevant industry experience
• Precision harness assembly
• Comfortable with high precision crimping, soldering and harness termination tasks
• Comfortable working to exacting standards, including cleanliness for oxygen service
• Have a sound understanding of standard industry ESD policy
• Have a good level of eyesight and be able to inspect wiring assemblies to a high workmanship standard
• Be able to manufacture components to a high workmanship standard, including soldering and wire harnessing
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to work well in a team environment as well as autonomously
• Remains calm under pressure
• Takes initiative

Important Information

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.