About the role
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!
INCOMING QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR – MECHANICAL
Based on-site at our Auckland, NZ facility the INCOMING QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR - MECHANICAL is responsible for carrying out inspections using, but not limited to, prescribed inspection criteria. A high level of attention to detail is needed to detect anything related to the product that does not meet engineering/production standards. In this role you will help prevent faulty hardware from progressing in the manufacturing process and support root cause mitigation and elimination of failure modes. You will support the Quality Manager and Production organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.
(Please note: this position can be hired at the Quality Inspector I or Quality Inspector II)
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
- Perform complex mechanical inspections for purchased parts, 3D-printed components, CNC-machined items and electro-mechanical components.
- Perform all types of precision inspections, including receiving, in process and final assembly inspections. This includes capability to effectively use hand measurement systems and CMM.
- Thoroughly document non-conformance in accordance with Rocket Lab systems and procedures in our internal ERP, MES and Issue tracking system.
- Collaborate with engineering and management to improve work instructions and identify critical inspection points in the process.
- Coordinate with Production personnel to prioritize workload and enable the team to meet key delivery milestones.
- Embody a Built in Quality philosophy, consistently detecting non-conformance (Don’t accept a Defect – Don’t Pass a Defect) and preventing escapes to downstream customers.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of experience working in a quality assurance role in a quality mechanical manufacturing environment.
- Experience using hand measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, feeler gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, surface roughness measurement, microscope etc
- Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated with a willingness to learn.
- •Rocket Lab offers significant impact opportunities in the small satellite market.
- •The company is known for its cost-effective and reliable launch services.
- •It provides a platform for engineers to innovate in aerospace technology.
- •The competitive aerospace industry poses constant innovation challenges.
- •Reliance on small satellite market growth may limit diversification.
- •High technical demands require specialized skills, potentially limiting applicant pool.
- •Rocket Lab's Electron rocket is tailored for small payloads, differentiating it from larger competitors.
- •The company has a proven track record with frequent successful launches.
- •Its focus on cost efficiency sets it apart in the aerospace sector.
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Rocket Lab is a private aerospace manufacturer and small satellite launch service provider. They focus on providing cost-effective and reliable access to space for small payloads, significantly impacting the growing small satellite market.
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