or apply directly on Rocket Lab Corporation's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- 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 Propulsion Test Technician III at Rocket Lab, you will be responsible for testing the Rutherford rocket engine, which includes working with various mechanical components such as valves and pumps. Your daily tasks will involve performing high-pressure pneumatic operations, setting up data acquisition systems, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and conducting hydrostatic testing. You will also be expected to maintain a clean work environment and generate reports on non-conformance issues.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Rocket Lab Corporation as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of experience in high-pressure operations
- Experience in Data Acquisition & Instrumentation systems such as FlexLogger and LabView
- Hands-on experience with valves, regulators, pressure relief valves, pressure transducers, and check valves
- Experience handling LN2/cryogenic components under test conditions
Nice to have
- 8+ years of mechanical assembly and/or mechanical fitting experience
- Experience performing; torquing, safety and/or lock wire installation, assembly per work instructions, and environment tests (proof and leak)
- A&P, trade, or industry certified
- Experience with in-space testing
- Knowledgeable in manufacturing processes and continued product development
What you get
- 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
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
Worth weighing
- No salary listed beyond the hourly pay range of $30 - $40 USD
- Role requires physical stamina and the ability to work in varied environments, including exposure to noise and temperature variations
- 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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