Avionics Technician (Evening Shift)

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab is a space company that provides launch services end to end, along with spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite parts, and related products. Its goal is to expand access to space. The company’s rockets and satellites support a wide range of missions around the world, including scientific research, Earth observation, climate-focused missions, national security work, and new technology demonstrations.

Its Electron rocket is now among the most frequently launched U.S. rockets each year and has carried more than 230 satellites into orbit. In parallel, Rocket Lab is developing Neutron, a reusable medium-lift launch vehicle intended for larger constellation deployment. The Space Systems division creates satellites, payloads, and components, including hardware selected for NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and parts used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Role overview

As an Avionics Technician, you will work directly with tools and production equipment to assemble the electronic systems for the Electron launch vehicle. The work may involve HV battery assembly, crimping and building wire harnesses, and precision soldering of PCBs and avionics parts. Openings are available across these teams.

This opportunity is on the evening shift, Monday through Thursday from 15:00 to 01:30. The schedule gives you a three-day weekend every week, along with an evening shift allowance. Relocation support will be provided if needed.

Essential skills and experience

• Trade qualification in a relevant field, or at least 2 years of related industry experience
• Background in precise electrical and/or mechanical assembly
• Experience using electrical, mechanical, and automated test equipment
• Working knowledge of standard ESD practices
• Good eyesight and the ability to inspect PCBs and wiring assemblies to a high workmanship standard
• Ability to produce components to a high standard, including soldering and wire harness assembly

Desired capabilities

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to work well both in a team and independently
• Comfort reading and following manufacturing instructions and technical drawings
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take on more responsibility
• Readiness to work extended hours when needed
• Initiative and a calm approach under pressure
• Comfort using computers, smartphones, and tablets

Work style and team culture

Rocket Lab looks for people who thrive in a fast-moving, high-pressure environment. The team is expected to work hard, stay focused on delivery, support one another, and approach challenging work with determination, accountability, and a practical attitude.

Employee benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to advanced, high-impact technology
• Employee stock purchase program
• Access to leading experts who can support career growth
• Unlimited barista coffee, fruit, and snacks
• Rocket Lab branded merchandise such as T-shirts and mission patches
• Discounted health insurance through Southern Cross
• Additional parental leave support
• Active team culture with social events throughout the year
• Four days on, three days off shift pattern
• Evening shift allowance

Important information

For roles in U.S. offices, applicants must meet export control requirements under ITAR and related U.S. Government regulations. Eligible status may include U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, refugee or asylum status, or other required authorizations from the relevant U.S. authorities.

Rocket Lab is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or harass based on protected characteristics. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, pay, training, transfer, leave, and termination.

For U.S. candidates needing an accommodation during the application or interview process, Rocket Lab provides a dedicated contact for disability-related support. Messages should be sent only for this purpose, and responses may take up to two business days.

For New Zealand roles, background checks will be completed before any offer is made. These checks include nationality verification because access to certain equipment and data is restricted under U.S. ITAR rules. Under those regulations, applicants may not be eligible if they do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a NATO country, or if they have ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.