Test Operations Mechanical Technician II, III, SeniorBased out of Rocket Lab's Test Facility at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi, the Test Operations Mechanical Technician is responsible for helping build and operate critical test facilities to support the Archimedes rocket engine and the Neutron launch vehicle. You will become skilled in Test Operations roles and be expected to work in collaboration with a team of other technicians and engineers in support of the overall test facility design, build, activation and test efforts.What You'll Get To Do:Build facility systems of tubing, piping and mechanical structuresUse knowledge and skills to build mechanical systems that adhere to standards of integrity and cleanlinessDirectly support rocket engine hardware processing and checkout operationsOperate high pressure gas and cryogenic systems using detailed work instructions and proper PPEPerform facility checkout and test operations safely while maintaining situational awareness and constant communication with others involved in the test activityPerform troubleshooting to resolve facility and test operations issuesWork hand in hand with the GSE teams to complete design, build, installation and checkout of facility systems. Provide your expertise in system layout, system operations and test processesThis position can be hired as a Technician II, III or Senior level.You'll Bring These Qualifications As Test Operations Mechanical Technician II:2+ years experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, or heavy industry.High School diploma or GEDDemonstrated experience building and activating facility systems.A background in collaborative work to accomplish difficult tasksExperience with high pressure gas and cryogenic systemsYou'll Bring These Qualifications As Test Operations Mechanical Technician III:5+ years experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, or heavy industry.High School diploma or GEDDemonstrated experience building and activating facility systems.A background in collaborative work to accomplish difficult tasksExperience with high pressure gas and cryogenic systemsYou'll Bring These Qualifications As A Senior Test Operations Mechanical Technician:8+ years experience in facility operations in aerospace, oil & gas, or heavy industry.High School diploma or GEDDemonstrated experience building and activating facility systems.A background in collaborative work to accomplish difficult tasksExperience with high pressure gas and cryogenic systemsThese Qualifications Would Be Nice To Have:Experience operating and/or building rocket engine test stands or large industrial complexesKnowledge of broad industry processes for pressure systems and cleanliness. i.e. (NASA, US Air Force, Department of Defense, ASME or other regulatory agency).Post-secondary education that might include technical degrees or licenses (A&P or similar)Experience with rocket engines or launch vehicles or similar aerospace hardwareExperience operating facilities for liquid oxygen and liquid methaneKnowledge of different valve types, fitting and flange types, materials of constructionAbility to trouble shoot systems and collaborate to develop corrective work instructionsBasic computer skills in MS Office, email, collaborative networks like JIRA or CONFLUENCEDemonstrated experience working with various trade disciplines, fabricators and suppliers to achieve on-time project executionThis position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areasWhat 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.