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Rocket Lab · 1 week ago

Welder, Precision Finishing Technician III

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$30/hr - $45/hr

5+ years exp

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services and spacecraft design. The Welder, Precision Finishing Technician III will be responsible for welding and fabricating various fluid systems and sub-assembly components for rocket engines, ensuring adherence to specifications and tolerances.

AerospaceManufacturingSoftwareSpace Travel

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Follow procedures to set up and operate our welding systems

Weld assemblies according to work orders, blueprints and verbal instructions

Follow blueprints and meet product specifications within tight tolerances

Qualification

Advanced welding techniquesAerospace industry experienceWelding certificationsBlueprint interpretationGTAW (TIG) weldingOrbital Tube WeldingLaser WeldingMetal fabricationDeburringPencil grinder usageWelding fit upsSupport grinding department

Required

5+ years of experience in welding with a focus on advanced techniques

Experience in industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Shipbuilding, or Construction

Familiarity with industry standards and codes (e.g., ASME, ANSI, ISO, D17.1)

Proficient in various welding techniques, including manual GTAW(TIG), OTW (Orbital Tube Welding), Laser Welding, Lathe Welding

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols

Experience welding on .011 - .250

Certified Welder

Certifications in specialized welding processes (TIG / Brazing process)

Certification for specific materials (e.g., Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, and Inconel)

Willing to work Monday - Thursday (3:15pm - 1:45am)

Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours

Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

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 lift up to 25lbs. unassisted