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div class="content-intro"pstrongABOUT ROCKET LAB/strong/p pspan data-contrast="auto"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. /spanspan data-contrast="auto"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. /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559739quot;:160,quot;335559740quot;:259}"nbsp;/span/p pspan data-contrast="auto"Join our pioneering team and launch your career to new heights!/span/p div style="padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;"iframe style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;" src="https://player.vimeo.com/video/1028198769?h=22add6027eamp;badge=0amp;autopause=0amp;player_id=0amp;app_id=58479" width="" height=""/iframe/div/divpstrongspan data-contrast="auto"NEUTRON/span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p pspan data-contrast="auto"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. If you’re interested in joining a high performing team, pushing the boundaries with a clean sheet development of re-usable liquid launch vehicle, this is your opportunity!/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p pstrongspan data-contrast="auto"Aamp;P MECHANIC I, II, SENIOR/span/strong/p pspan data-contrast="auto"We are currently seeking certified Aamp;P Mechanics at several experience levels to join our team. /spanspan data-contrast="auto"Aamp;P /spanspan data-contrast="auto"Technicians will be based out of Rocket Lab's Space Structures Complex in Middle River, MD. The/spanspan data-contrast="auto" Aamp;Pnbsp;/spanspan data-contrast="auto" Technicians will /spanspan data-contrast="none"play a crucial part in /spanspan data-contrast="auto"build and assembly of Neutron launch vehicle components, will also play a key role in the refurbishment of previously flown launch vehicles.nbsp;nbsp;/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p pstrongspan data-contrast="auto"WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:  /span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p ul lispan data-contrast="auto"Work on a high caliber cross functional team/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Building /spanspan data-contrast="auto"carbon fiber structures, /spanspan data-contrast="auto"mechanical structures and related components/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Watch the hardware you build evolve into a completed Rocket and go to space./spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Uphold shop cleanliness and organization/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Utilize Proper PPE /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Integration of Mechanical Hardware /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li /ul pspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/spanstrongemspan data-contrast="auto"NOTE: This requisition can be hired at a Mechanic Level I, II or Senior/span/em/strongstrongemspan data-contrast="auto".   /span/em/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p pspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/spanstrongspan data-contrast="auto"YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN Aamp;P MECHANIC I:  /span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p ul lispan data-contrast="auto"High School Diploma or GED  with 2+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenancenbsp;/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Aamp;P License /spanspan data-contrast="auto"or/spanspan data-contrast="auto"nbsp; /spanspan data-contrast="auto"r/spanspan data-contrast="none"span data-ccp-charstyle="cf01" data-ccp-charstyle-defn="{quot;ObjectIdquot;:quot;1f4ac159-8199-5d0e-90b3-48a1825ddce0|1quot;,quot;ClassIdquot;:1073872969,quot;Propertiesquot;:[201342446,quot;1quot;,201342447,quot;5quot;,201342448,quot;1quot;,201342449,quot;1quot;,469777841,quot;Segoe UIquot;,469777842,quot;Segoe UIquot;,469777843,quot;Calibriquot;,469777844,quot;Segoe UIquot;,201341986,quot;1quot;,469769226,quot;Segoe UIquot;,268442635,quot;18quot;,469775450,quot;cf01quot;,201340122,quot;1quot;,134233614,quot;truequot;,469778129,quot;cf01quot;,335572020,quot;1quot;,335551500,quot;5325111quot;,469778324,quot;Default Paragraph Fontquot;]}"elevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing maintenance/span/spanspan data-contrast="none"span data-ccp-charstyle="cf01"./span/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li /ul pstrongspan data-contrast="auto"YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS AN Aamp;P MECHANIC II:  /span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p ul lispan data-contrast="auto"High School Diploma or GED  with 5+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenancenbsp;/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Aamp;P License /spanspan data-contrast="auto"or /spanspan data-contrast="auto"r/spanspan data-contrast="none"span data-ccp-charstyle="cf01"elevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing /spanspan data-ccp-charstyle="cf01"maintenance./span/spanspan data-contrast="auto"./spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li /ul pstrongspan data-contrast="auto"YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A SENIOR Aamp;P MECHANIC:   /span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p ul lispan data-contrast="auto"High School Diploma or GED/span span data-contrast="auto"with 8+ years of experience in mechanical assembly, technical repair, mechanical maintenance or similar in a highly regulated manufacturing or maintenancenbsp;/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Aamp;P License /spanspan data-contrast="auto"or /spanspan data-contrast="auto"r/spanspan data-contrast="none"span data-ccp-charstyle="cf01"elevant Military experience in fixed or rotor wing maintenance./span/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Familiarity with hand, power, pneumatic, and inspection tools /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li /ul pspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/spanstrongspan data-contrast="auto"THESE QUALIFICATION WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: /span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p ul lispan data-contrast="auto"Aamp;P certification /spanspan data-contrast="auto" or/spanspan data-contrast="auto" relevant Military experience/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"2+ years experience in new space or aerospace industry /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Advanced Prepreg manufacturing knowledge   /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Resin infusion knowledge   /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Experience conforming to drilling, laminating, assembly prints and material data sheets. /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Have /spanspan data-contrast="auto"done depo level mechanic work on /spanspan data-contrast="auto"aircraft/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Military field experience is a /spanspan data-contrast="auto"significant advantage/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Experience with scheduled maintenance/spanspan data-contrast="auto" at the /spanspan data-contrast="auto"Camp;D/spanspan data-contrast="auto" check level/spanspan data-contrast="auto"nbsp;/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li /ul pspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/spanstrongspan data-contrast="auto"ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: /span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p ul lispan data-contrast="auto"Must be certified or able to become certified in two composite work centers /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders/spanspan data-contrast="auto" and work platforms/spanspan data-contrast="auto", bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching may be required to perform the functions of this position /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces. /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls. /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min  /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li lispan data-contrast="auto"Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and being able to maneuver in tight spaces  /spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:true,quot;134233118quot;:true,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/li /uldiv class="content-pay-transparency"div class="pay-input"div class="description"p/p pemLevel and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience./em/p pemBase salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab.nbsp; Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO amp; a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. span data-teams="true"span class="ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak"Other perks include: discounted employee stock purchase program, and free snacks/drinks onsite./span/span/em/p pemEligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion./em/p p/p/divdiv class="title"Base Pay Range (MD Only)/divdiv class="pay-range"span$22.64/spanspan class="divider"mdash;/spanspan$43.75 USD/span/div/div/divdiv class="content-conclusion"pnbsp;/p pstrongspan data-contrast="auto"WHAT TO EXPECT/span/strongspan data-ccp-props="{quot;134233117quot;:false,quot;134233118quot;:false,quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335551550quot;:1,quot;335551620quot;:1,quot;335559685quot;:0,quot;335559737quot;:0,quot;335559738quot;:0,quot;335559739quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p pspan data-contrast="auto"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.nbsp;nbsp;/spanspan data-ccp-props="{quot;201341983quot;:0,quot;335559739quot;:0,quot;335559740quot;:240}"nbsp;/span/p pImportant information:/p pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongFOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:/strong/span/p pemTo 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 a href="https://urldefense.us/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.pmddtc.state.gov_-3Fid-3Dddtc-5Fkb-5Farticle-5Fpage-26sys-5Fid-3D24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987amp;d=DwMFogamp;c=N_fLK0KxmM34zjMadXHMx_SQYmXWO3FX0MRVr1hBcn4amp;r=prjnch9sxomG2ahCicblmM3m-FuPObepspoR1qvWq2Iamp;m=ExC44mBPk2emo4Fr0xPSGZN0UraQ1ZtkDTxwR7iWw5rixcFQb-Wjlv7lJcecLldzamp;s=0lfm4LyRtFwK220WHBK11DGHWSVvVhQEcfa5G_2Nf18amp;e="here/a./em/p pemRocket 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./em/p pemApplicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at a href="mailto:g.biow@rocketlabusa.com"g.biow@rocketlabusa.com./aThis 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./em/p pnbsp;/p pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongFOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:/strong/span/p pemFor security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.nbsp; 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.nbsp;/em/p pemUnder 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.nbsp; For more information on these Regulations, click herenbsp;a class="fui-Link ___m14voj0 f3rmtva f1ern45e f1deefiw f1n71otn f1q5o8ev f1h8hb77 f1vxd6vx f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f9n3di6 f1ids18y fygtlnl f1deo86v f12x56k7 f1iescvh ftqa4ok f50u1b5 fs3pq8b f1hghxdh f1tymzes f1x7u7e9 f1cmlufx f10aw75t fsle3fq" href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2020/01/23/2020-00574/international-traffic-in-arms-regulations-us-munitions-list-categories-i-ii-and-iii" target="_blank"ITAR Regulations./a/em/p pnbsp;/p/div

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Posting ID: 1136264263 Posted: 2025-07-16 Job Title: Mechanic