HITL Technician

Rocket Lab Rocket Lab is a vertically integrated provider of small launch services, satellites, and spacecraft components. Our mission is to open access to space to improve life on Earth. Our team is over 1,300 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. About the role As a member of the Hardware In The Loop team (HITL - GNC), you will have the opportunity to work with the simulators at Rocket Lab, composed of modern avionics components and systems, harnesses, test equipment and a number of mechanical systems. You will carry out all aspects of avionics assemblies interconnection for the simulator, harness manufacturing, wires and cable routing and installing, testing, troubleshooting and rework. This is all focused on quality and speed to meet the company projects timelines. As a Technician, you will be hands on, working with tools, equipment and/or facilities to build, launch or test Electron and Neutron launch vehicles or components. Your responsibilities contribute to the overall production and launch schedule. Essential Skills Trade qualified in relevant industry Must be able to demonstrate 3+ years of relevant industry experience Experience with Microsoft Office and basic PC skills Excellent mechanical and electrical assembly Excellent harness assembly Operation of mechanical, electrical and automated test equipment Have a working understanding of standard industry ESD policy Have a good level of eyesight and be able to inspect wiring assemblies to a high workmanship standard Comfortable with high precision crimping, soldering and harness termination tasks Comfortable working to exacting standards, including cleanliness Rocket Lab Employee Benefits: The opportunity to work on innovative and ground-breaking technology Access to world leading experts to develop your career Unlimited barista coffee, fruit and snacks Rocket Lab merchandise – T-shirts, mission patches etc. Discounted health insurance with Southern Cross Additional parental leave entitlements A vibrant team culture with social activities throughout the year An employee stock purchase program  Important Information for New Zealand Applicants:  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 http://www.pmddtc.state.gov/regulations_laws/itar.html. Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S Department of State. 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. 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.