Technician I-III, Production

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems. 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 provided reliable access to orbit since 2018, becoming one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world. Neutron will be our next rocket on the launch pad, an advanced 13-tonne payload class, reusable rocket to launch the mega constellations of the future. Our space systems business includes our extensive line of satellites and components that have enabled more than 1,700 missions including the James Webb Space Telescope, NASA Psyche Mission, Artemis I, Mars Ingenuity helicopter, and more.  

Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!

SPACE SYSTEMS

Rocket Lab’s Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars, to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels, flight software, reaction wheels and star trackers, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team is made up of engineers, technicians, and designers who design, create, and put together our own satellites for missions across the commercial, government, and defense sectors, or who build and assemble satellite hardware and software that supports other satellite missions.

PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I-III

As a Production Technician based at Rocket Lab’s site in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you will have the opportunity to support the growth engineering team in the maintenance, optimization, and troubleshooting of the cell growth process. Conduct routine materials characterization on epitaxy including but not limited to photoluminescence, X-ray diffraction, optical defect inspection, etc. Carry out clean room semiconductor fabrication steps including but not limited to chemical processing, metallization, wafer cleaving, etc. in support of characterization steps. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!

Schedule: 12:00PM-12:30AM (Compressed work schedule)

(PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION CAN BE HIRED AT THE PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I, PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN II or PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN III LEVEL)

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Supports all aspects of cell growth process.
• Basic understanding of the cell growth process and how to monitor for process deviations.
• Conducts cell growth characterization / runs characterization equipment.
• Fabricates samples for characterization.
• Monitors product quality and tool health.
• Assists the cell growth engineering team in running process optimization and troubleshooting experiments.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN I:

• 2+ years of experience in at least ONE of the following:
• Manufacturing experience in a semiconductor fab OR
• Military equipment maintenance experience OR 
• Experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment 
• High School Diploma or GED  

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN II:

• 5+ years of experience in at least ONE of the following:
• Manufacturing experience in a semiconductor fab OR
• Military equipment maintenance experience OR 
• Experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment 
• High School Diploma or GED

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN III:

• 8+ years of experience in at least ONE of the following:
• Manufacturing experience in a semiconductor fab OR
• Military equipment maintenance experience OR 
• Experience in electronics, mechanical troubleshooting, installation, repair of manufacturing equipment 
• High School Diploma or GED

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: 

• Associate’s degree in related field
• 10+ years of related experience.
• Knowledge of ESD and Cleanroom procedures a plus.
• Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations and occasional variables.
• Abilit