Sheet Metal Fabricator - all levels

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Rocket Lab

Compensation

$31 USD

Middle River, MD

On-site

Posted February 18, 2026

Job Description

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

NEUTRON

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!

SHEET METAL FABRICATOR - all levels

We are currently seeking Sheet Metal Fabricators at several experience levels to join our team. Fabricators will be based out of Rocket Lab's newest Space Structures Complex production facility in Middle River, MD. The Mechanical Technicians will be responsible for the build and assembly of components used in the production of the Neutron Launch Vehicle structure.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Work on a high caliber cross functional team
Building mechanical structures and related components
Watch the hardware you build evolve into a completed Rocket and go to space.
Uphold shop cleanliness and organization
Utilize Proper PPE
Integration of Mechanical Hardware

NOTE: This requisition can be hired at a Fabricator Level I, II, III.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A FABRICATOR I:

2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
High School Diploma or GED
Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A FABRICATOR II:

5+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
High School Diploma or GED
Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A FABRICATOR III:

8+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenance environment
High School Diploma or GED
Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools

THESE QUALIFICATION WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: