Orbital Tube Welder III - B ShiftActive

Rocket Lab
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The opportunity

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine.

What you'll do

  • Develop weld schedules for OTW from tubing sizes ranging from 1/4" to 6".

  • Perform tube bending, flaring, fit up, and preparation to meet project specifications and industry standards

  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to execute tubing projects accurately.

  • Operate and maintain orbital tube welding equipment (e.g., Orbitalum or AMI: systems) to ensure high-quality welds.

  • + years of OTW experience in aviation, aerospace, or similar industry

  • Experience with OTW machines or automated fabrication equipment.

What they're looking for

  • Knowledge of NDE (Non-Destructive Examination) processes to inspect and: verify the integrity of tubing and welds.
  • + years of OTW experience in aviation, aerospace, or similar industry
  • Certification in welding or tube fabrication.
  • Familiarity with industry standards such as ASME or ISO.