Rocket Lab Corporation

Precision Finishing Technician III, Deburr - C Shift

Rocket Lab Corporation · Long Beach, CA

Posted 26 days ago

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This role has been open
26 days
Rocket Lab Corporation's roles stay open a median of 42 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Rocket Lab Corporation's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Rocket Lab Corporation
low
0 stale, 12 reposted of 455 open
Hiring momentum
683 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Rocket Lab Corporation's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Rocket Lab Corporation.

About this role

As a Precision Finishing Technician III, Deburr at Rocket Lab, you will be responsible for deburring and finishing additive manufactured parts used in the Rutherford rocket engine. This role requires a high level of manual dexterity and attention to detail, as you will work in a fast-paced environment to ensure parts meet quality standards. You will also maintain a clean and safe work area while performing physically demanding tasks.

Our read on this posting3.4out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 8+ years of experience in part finishing (machine, cast, forge, or print)
  • Attention to detail and time management skills
  • High-level of manual dexterity skills and hand-eye coordination
  • Able to maintain a clean, safe and efficient work area

Nice to have

  • Experience with additive manufacturing or investment casting
  • Experience with high strength steels and Inconel alloys
  • Knowledgeable in part QA processes and dye penetrant testing
  • Knowledgeable in TIG, Laser, and Electron beam welding
  • Experience using microscopes and pencil grinders

What you get

  • Company stock as part of total compensation package
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock)
  • Top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution)
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 11 paid holidays

Worth weighing

  • Requires standing and walking for entire shifts (8+ hours)
  • Physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 25 lbs
  • Work environment may include exposure to noise, temperature variations, and moving machinery
  • Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends, and varied shifts as operational needs require

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Listed by Rocket Lab Corporation on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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