Lead Trainer
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Rocket Lab
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!
LEAD TRAINER
The Lead Technician Trainer will be based out of Rocket Lab’s Space Structures Complex in Middle River MD. The Lead Technician Trainer develops and delivers hands-on training to ensure technicians are proficient in aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and repair processes while meeting safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role partners with engineering, quality, and production teams to assess skills, address process gaps, and promote continuous improvement on the shop floor.
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO TO DO:
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Develop and deliver training programs for aerospace manufacturing, assembly, and repair processes
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Train personnel on aerospace-grade materials, including prepregs, resins, fibers, core materials, and adhesives
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Ensure training emphasizes compliance with aerospace standards, engineering drawings, and specifications (e.g., FAA, AS9100)
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Create and maintain work instructions, visual aids, and training documentation aligned with aerospace quality requirements
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Evaluate technician proficiency through practical assessments, on-the-job observations, and skills certifications
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Support onboarding, recurrent training, and cross-training of composite technicians
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Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to address defects, rework, and process improvements
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Troubleshoot composite manufacturing issues and incorporate lessons learned into training content
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Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement on the production floor
YOU’LL BR
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