Rocket Lab
- Robot type
- Marine and Space
- Location
- Wallops IslandVirginiaUSA
- Job type
- Manufacturing
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
Senior Mechanical Technician
Job description
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!
The role of Mechanical Technician is key to enabling the build of Neutron facilities to support a timely test and first launch campaign of the Neutron launch vehicle.
Job requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- 8+ years of experience within an aerospace, industrial or relevant industry environment
- Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics and/or fluid components
- Previous experience in the assembly of large structures and mechanisms
- Knowledge and skill in the use of hand, power and measurement tools used in mechanical construction
- Ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings and instructions
- Experience using heavy equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts and boom lifts
- Understanding of fluid systems - pneumatic, cryogenic and/or hydraulic
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