Launch Technician - Electrical
Rocket Lab
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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.
ELECTRON
Rocket Lab’s Electron team is responsible for building, testing, and launching our Electron rocket across our launch sites and test facilities in the United States and New Zealand. Electron is one of the world’s most frequently-launched rockets, and our team behind its success are diligent, move fast, and have each others’ back to deliver a reliable rocket to the launch pad time and time again.ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN - LAUNCH
As a Electrical Technician - Launch, you will be based in Mahia, Hawkes Bay. In this role you will play an integral part in all launch activities. Launch Technician - Electrical is key to enabling LC-1 in delivering launches at the highest rate of any launch site in the world. You will be working with a tight-knit team of technicians and engineers to build, test and maintain critical launch systems.
YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current NZ electrical license with no restrictions
- Excellent troubleshooting skills
- Computer literate and able to understand basic programming
- Proven ability to read, understand and follow detailed schematics, drawings and instructions
- A high level of attention to detail
- Capable of working under pressure and to strict deadlines
- Team player with a willingness to do what needs to be done when it needs doing along with a willingness to step outside skill set to learn and/or assist when required.
- Confidence in skills and ability to make sound decisions under pressure
- Strong communication skills with the ability to represent Rocket Lab within the local community and to build strong long-term relationships
- Excellent problem-solving skills and capable of using your own initiative
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE BUT TRAINING CAN BE PROVIDED!
- Previous experience in commercial or industrial environment
- Experience and sound understanding of Instrumentation and control systems
- Experience with data systems and equipment
- Experience with basic maintenance and repair of generators and UPS Systems
- Understanding of fluid systems – e.g. pneumatic, cryogenic, hydraulics
- Computer literate and able to understand basic programming
- First Aid Qualifications
- Ability to relocate to Mahia, Hawkes Bay is mandatory
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.
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.
FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:
For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.
About this role
At Rocket Lab's Mahia launch site in New Zealand, this role puts you at the center of one of the world's highest-tempo launch operations. As Launch Technician - Electrical, you'll support all electrical systems critical to getting Electron rockets to the pad, working alongside a close team of technicians and engineers to build, test, and maintain the infrastructure that enables LC-1's ambitious launch cadence. This is hands-on work under real pressure and tight deadlines, where your troubleshooting and attention to detail directly impact mission success.
You'll need a current, unrestricted NZ electrical license and strong fundamentals in reading schematics, understanding basic programming, and diagnosing electrical problems. Beyond technical competence, the role demands someone who thrives under pressure, communicates clearly, takes initiative, and is genuinely willing to step outside their immediate skill set to help the team. Experience with instrumentation, control systems, generators, UPS systems, or fluid systems is valuable but not required—Rocket Lab will provide training where needed.
Relocation to Mahia is mandatory for this position. Due to U.S. export regulations (ITAR), you must hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the EU, or a NATO country, with no ineligible dual citizenship. Background checks will be conducted before any offer is made.
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