Electrical Technician II

Job Description

Rocket Lab is seeking an Electrical Technician II to support the build, integration, test, operation, and maintenance of the Neutron launch vehicle and ground system assets at Wallops Island, VA. This role is crucial for enabling the timely testing and first launch campaign of the Neutron launch vehicle. The Electrical Technician II will work within a close-knit team, contributing to the development of a reusable liquid launch vehicle.What This Role Involves:

• Playing a crucial role in the build and installation of electrical, instrumentation, and controls subsystems on the test and launch sites supporting Neutron.
• Contributing to workflow/best practices for launch pad operations.
• Ensuring tasks are completed on time and to quality standards.
• Providing support on operations as needed to support launch operations integration.
• Fitting out, assembly, and installation of launch pad systems, including electrical and control panels, instrumentation, and supporting systems.
• Routing, design, and installation of cable tray and conduit installation.
• Troubleshooting electrical issues as needed.
• Working with greater Rocket Lab manufacturing and integration teams in Auckland, New Zealand; Long Beach, CA; and Stennis Space Center, MS.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED and Journeyman Qualification or higher.
• 5+ years’ experience in industrial electrical systems and instrumentation.
• Proven ability to read, understand, and follow detailed schematics, drawings, and instructions.
• Experience with instrumentation installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Nice to Have:

• Practical hands-on control system experience.
• Experience with basic maintenance and repair of generators and UPS Systems.
• Understanding of fluid systems – e.g., pneumatic, cryogenic, hydraulics.
• Experience within a similar launch vehicle environment.

What Rocket Lab Offers:

• The opportunity to play a crucial role in the build and installation of electrical, instrumentation and controls subsystems on the test and launch sites supporting Neutron.