Technician I-III, Ops Support – Facilities

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

SPACE SYSTEMS

At Rocket Lab, we’re not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.

Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it’s a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions

TECHNICIAN I-III, OPS SUPPORT – FACILITIES

Based at Rocket Lab's site in Albuquerque, New Mexico the Ops. Support Technician - Facilities is responsible for facilities maintenance and ERT team support. You will support the Facilities Manager and operations organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.

(Please note: this position can be hired at the Ops. Support Technician I, Ops. Support Technician II, OR Ops. Support Technician III level)

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

Troubleshooting and repair of all facility/HVAC equipment and systems

Monitors and assures that environmental standards for clean room operation are being kept

Performs facilities and process equipment operational and preventive maintenance procedures

Works with engineers to resolve issues or plan for acquiring/installing new equipment or systems

Install new facilities and process equipment

Assumes leadership role in training and support of new technicians

Monitors facility/HVAC systems and suggests modifications for improvement

Maintain facility data collection requirements and procedures

Identifies nonconformance when they occur and participates in finding the solution to the nonconformance

Deploys the Quality Management System as it applies to the scope of work

Serve as member of Emergency Response Team.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN I, OPS SUPPORT:

2+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment

Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment

Experience using a respirator

High School Diploma

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN II, OPS SUPPORT:

5+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment

Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment

Experience using a respirator

High School Diploma

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN III, OPS SUPPORT:

8+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment

Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment

Experience using a respirator

High School Diploma

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

Associate's degree in a related field of study

Building automation system experience

Plumbing, pipe fitting and irrigation experience

Low and/or high voltage electrical experience

Forklift experience

OSHA and/or safety training

Working knowledge of HVAC systems maintenance

Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions including drawing and print interpretation and application

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

Previous Clean Room work environment

Understanding of mechanical, electro-pneumatics, digital and analogue electronics, and working knowledge of Automated Building Controls

Familiar with motor controls, compressed air and gas systems, and gas control systems

Familiarity with CCTV, fire and security alarm systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand and walk for entire shift (8+ hours) on various work surfaces

Climb ladders and work at elevated height small spaces, awkward positions, and tight areas as needed

Perform repetitive motions including bending, twisting, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, and stooping

Use hands with precision to handle, control, and operate tools, instruments, and equipment

Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 25 lbs.

Work in varied environments including production floors, equipment areas, and field locations with exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery

Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require

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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 innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here .

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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