Master/Senior Facilities Technician

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 to 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. 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. FACILITIES Rocket Lab’s Facilities team is responsible for maintenance, operations, and improvements projects across our locations, making sure that the facilities our teams use every day are well looked after and operating as they should.

SENIOR FACILITIES TECHNICIAN / MASTER FACILITIES TECHNICIAN Based onsite at Rocket Lab in Long Beach, California, the Facilities Electrical Technician is responsible for electrical maintenance, infrastructure upgrades, and electrical improvement projects at Rocket Lab's headquarters and Engine Development Center. ) WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Serve as the primary electrical subject matter expert for HQ and the Engine Development Center. Plan, scope, and execute electrical infrastructure projects including power distribution, panel upgrades, machine installs, lighting systems, and equipment tie-ins.

Requirements

, project timelines, shutdown windows, and commissioning plans. Perform installation, troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of building electrical systems (120V–480V, 3-phase systems). Read and interpret electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and construction drawings.

Install and modify conduit systems; proficiently bend conduit from ½" to 1 ¼” using manual tube benders (EMT preferred; rigid and flexible conduit experience a plus). Size conductors, breakers, transformers, and distribution equipment in accordance with NEC and local code. Support equipment installations including procurement, layout planning, power drops, disconnects, and final energization.

Manage electrical work orders through JIRA and prioritize based on production impact and safety risk.

Provide oversight of contractors performing electrical work and verify work meets Rocket Lab standards. Assist with broader facilities maintenance tasks as required, including HVAC support, plumbing repairs, painting, minor construction, furniture relocation, and other general facilities maintenance activities to support site operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

AS A SENIOR FACILITIES TECHNICIAN: 8+ years of electrical maintenance experience in any of the following industries: aerospace, automotive, medical device, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility. High School Diploma, GED OR 12+ years of experience in electrical maintenance in lieu of diploma. Experience with facilities systems and improvement projects.

AS A MASTER FACILITIES TECHNICIAN: 10+ years of electrical maintenance experience in any of the following industries: aerospace, automotive, medical device, or a heavily regulated manufacturing facility.