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Rocket Lab · 18 hours ago

Composite Technician - all levels

Middle River, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$22/hr - $40/hr

1+ years exp

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company focused on delivering launch services and spacecraft design. The Composite Technician role involves the assembly and production of composite components for the Neutron Launch Vehicle, requiring skills in bonding, vacuum bag processing, and integration of mechanical hardware.

AerospaceManufacturingSoftwareSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assembly of structures including setup, bonding and fastener applications

Laminate assemblies by determining proper placement of composite materials

Prepare parts for bagging, including placement of bleeders, thermocouples, probes and vacuum connections

Vacuum bag processing, bonding, and oven/autoclave curing

Making basic layouts on parts or assemblies in order to establish reference points and to check dimensions using calipers, micrometers, precision scales and torque wrenches

Fitting of Honeycomb, foam and syntactic core

Fitting and refurbishment of thermal protection systems

Integration of mechanical hardware

Perform other standard composite and integration building techniques and practices as industries such as aerospace, space and other composite workplaces demand

You may be requested to work on other products for Rocket Lab in the local area or travel as required

Qualification

Composite assemblyLamination experienceMechanical troubleshootingPneumatic toolsPrecision measurement instrumentsMaterial data sheetsBasic Math SkillsShop organizationPersonal protective equipment

Required

Minimum 1+ years of experience in composite or lamination experience OR

2+ years of military equipment maintenance experience OR

2+ years of experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Math Skills

Knowledge of the following tool use (or if no previous experience, open to training on): Pneumatic tools, Caliper, Micrometers, Hand tools, Power tools, Precision measurement instruments, familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints, Experience working with material data sheets

Shop organization and cleanliness

Use of personal protective equipment

Minimum 3+ years of experience in composite or lamination experience OR

4+ years of military equipment maintenance experience OR

4+ years of experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment

High School Diploma or GED

Must be certified or able to become certified in two composite work centers

Intermediate Math Skills

Experience in the use of the following tools to achieve complex composite assemblies: Pneumatic tools, Caliper, Micrometers, Hand tools, Power tools, Precision measurement instruments, familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints, Experience working with material data sheets

Shop organization and cleanliness

Use of personal protective equipment

Minimum 6+ years of experience in composite or lamination experience OR

7+ years of military equipment maintenance experience OR

7+ years of experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment

High School Diploma or GED

Must be certified or able to become certified in all composite work centers

Intermediate Math Skills

Significant on the job experience of the following tool use to achieve complex composite assemblies: Pneumatic tools, Caliper, Micrometers, Hand tools, Power tools, Precision measurement instruments, familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints, Experience working with material data sheets

Shop organization and cleanliness

Use of personal protective equipment

Minimum 12+ years of experience in composite or lamination experience OR

13+ years of military equipment maintenance experience OR

13+ years of experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment

High School Diploma or GED

Must be certified or able to become certified in all composites work centers

Intermediate Math Skills

Experience training and mentoring newer composite technicians on industry standards and specific processes

Expert knowledge of the following tool use and demonstrated capability to apply them to achieve complex composite assemblies: Pneumatic tools, Caliper, Micrometers, Hand tools, Power tools, Precision measurement instruments, familiarity working with and conforming to drilling, laminating, and assembly prints, Experience working with material data sheets

Shop organization and cleanliness

Use of personal protective equipment

Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position

Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted

Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces

Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls

Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min

Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces