Ops Support Technician I-III - Facilities
Rocketlab · Albuquerque, NM · Posted Jul 1, 2026
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ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.
Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.
SPACE SYSTEMS
At Rocket Lab, we’re not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds everything from complete spacecraft, precision payloads to the components and subsystems that allow them to thrive in space, like solar panels, flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more.
Our Space Systems team has enabled more than 1,700 missions, ranging from interplanetary exploration, in-space manufacturing to national security and defense initiatives. The team has built spacecraft, payloads, and components for missions to the Moon and Mars, working with partners including NASA, the Space Development Agency, and the U.S. Space Force. Whether it’s a single high-performance spacecraft, constellation, or the vertically integrated components that help them get to space — our world class Space Systems team is empowering some of the boldest and most ambitious space missions
TECHNICIAN I-IV, OPS SUPPORT – FACILITIES
Based at Rocket Lab's site in Albuquerque, New Mexico the Ops. Support Technician - Facilities is responsible for facilities maintenance and ERT team support. You will support the Facilities Manager and operations organization, with deliverables required for internal leadership, board of directors, and investors.
(Please note: this position can be hired at the Ops. Support Technician I, Ops. Support Technician II, Ops. Support Technician III or Ops Support Technician IV level)
WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:
Troubleshooting and repair of all facility/HVAC equipment and systems
Monitors and assures that environmental standards for clean room operation are being kept
Performs facilities and process equipment operational and preventive maintenance procedures
Works with engineers to resolve issues or plan for acquiring/installing new equipment or systems
Install new facilities and process equipment
Assumes leadership role in training and support of new technicians
Monitors facility/HVAC systems and suggests modifications for improvement
Maintain facility data collection requirements and procedures
Identifies nonconformance when they occur and participates in finding the solution to the nonconformance
Deploys the Quality Management System as it applies to the scope of work
Serve as member of Emergency Response Team.
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN I, OPS SUPPORT:
2+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment
Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment
Experience using a respirator
High School Diploma
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN II, OPS SUPPORT:
5+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment
Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment
Experience using a respirator
High School Diploma
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN III, OPS SUPPORT:
8+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment
Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment
Experience using a respirator
High School Diploma
YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS AS A TECHNICIAN IV, OPS SUPPORT:
12+ years of experience in a highly regulated manufacturing/production environment
Experience in the maintenance and repair of Industrial and commercial HVAC, electrical, mechanical and building support equipment required
Experience using a respirator
High School Diploma
THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:
Associate's degree in a related field of study
Building automation system experience
Plumbing, pipe fitting and irrigation experience
Low and/or high voltage electrical experience
Forklift experience
OSHA and/or safety training
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