Launch Technician - Mechanical

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Rocket Lab

Mahia, NZ

On-site

Posted March 9, 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.

BUILDING ELECTRON AT ROCKET LAB:

Rocket Lab’s Electron team is responsible for building, testing, and launching our Electron rocket across our launch sites and test facilities in the United States and New Zealand. Electron is one of the world’s most frequently-launched rockets, and our team behind its success are diligent, move fast, and have each others’ back to deliver a reliable rocket to the launch pad time and time again.

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

As a Launch Technician - Mechanical based at Rocket Lab’s site in Mahia, Hawkes Bay, you will have the opportunity to support delivering rocket launches at the highest rate. In this role, you will focus on Electron Integrated Systems Testing and will be working with a tight-knit team of technicians and engineers to test, integrate and launch Electron.

Join a driven team that’s tackling challenging projects, delivering on exciting missions, and making an impact on the future of space!

Receipt and process Electron stages according to specified test procedures
Have the reliability of Electron as a primary focus identifying and raising any possible risks
Assist in the integration of payloads onto Electron ensuring a highly professional interaction with customers
Perform Launch Operation roles on an as needed basis
Development of preventative maintenance and inspection procedures for various vehicle related GSE
Routine maintenance and upgrades of vehicle GSE

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

Trade qualified
3+ years of electrical or mechanical industrial experience
Pneumatics and fluids experience
Understanding of electrical systems
Basic competency in computer and data systems

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

High pressure gas systems & fluid dynamics
Working within oxygen service cleanliness standards
Interest or skills with electronics will be highly valued

WHAT TO EXPECT

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless inn

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