rocketlab

Fabrication Technician II

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At a Glance

Location
Middle River, Maryland, United States
Experience
10+ years
Posted
2026-04-08T10:29:16-04:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Education
  • Insurance
  • Manufacturing
  • Medical

Requirements

Collaborate with engineers, designers, and other technicians to optimize fabrication processes and solve technical issues.

Support the repair and fabrication of GSE (Ground Support Equipment), ensuring functionality and reliability.

Support all aspects of vehicle build, integration, and GSE.

Join other manufacturing teams on an as-needed basis.

Support mechanical assembly, vehicle integration, and composites when needed.

Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

$36.15

$45.19 USD

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.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and execute fabrication tasks, including cutting, welding, machining, painting, and assembling materials and components.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to ensure accurate production.

Operate and maintain fabrication machinery and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.

About the Company

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.

FABRICATION TECHNICIAN II

The Senior Fabrication Technician is a critical team member responsible for leading the fabrication processes, ensuring high-quality outputs, and optimizing production efficiency. This role involves working with various materials, tools, and technologies to create custom parts and components as per specifications, including painting, custom fabrication work, and supporting all aspects of vehicle build, integration, and GSE (Ground Support Equipment) repair and fabrication. The candidate must have experience in the aerospace industry.