Lead Cnc Machinist – C Shift
Job Description
Job Detail
- Responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of various CNC equipment
- Lead a team of talented machinist through development and production activities in order to deliver rocket and satellite components
- Allocated resources to ensure delivery schedules are met for various production and R&D programs
- Collaborate heavily with Rocket Lab engineering teams to ensure the highest quality of parts are being manufactured and delivered
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YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:
12 years of professional machine shop experience - Ability to setup jobs on both CNC Mills and Lathes
- Ability to edit CNC programs
- Experience machining wide variety of materials
- Experience successfully leading a team in a fast-paced flexible environment running 5 machines
- Excellent GD&T and blueprint familiarity coupled with inspection knowledge
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THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
Experience programming in NX from CAD or drawings - Experience working with casting and/or 3-D printed materials
- NLX-2500-4000 & DMU-50-125 experience
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Additional Requirements
Willing to work C Shift (Friday – Sunday 5:30am – 3:30pm or 2:30pm – 1:00am) - Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
- Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
- Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
- unassisted
- Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
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Level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience
Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab- Employees also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & 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
- Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts
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Eligibility for benefits 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
Base Pay Range (CA Only)
$35—$50 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
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
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- citizen, lawful U
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- permanent resident (i
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- , current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U
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- as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U
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- Department of State and/or the U
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- Department of Commerce, as applicable
- Learn more about ITAR
Under these Regulations, you 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
