Supervisor - Neutron Mechanical Production

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 e...

Neutron is Rocket Lab's next-generation medium-lift launch vehicle, purpose-built for the mega constellation era and beyond. Designed to deliver 13,000 kg to low Earth orbit, Neutron features a reusable first stage, large 7-meter fairing, and streamlined operations that will provide unmatched reliability, flexibilit...

Lead the development, qualification, and production of Neutron mechanical system components and assemblies. You'll manage quality, schedules, and the safety and efficiency of your technician team while contributing to manufacturing methods and providing design-for-manufacture feedback to engineering teams.

Lead the development, qualification, and production of Neutron mechanical system components and assemblies. You'll manage quality, schedules, and the safety and efficiency of your technician team while contributing to manufacturing methods and providing design-for-manufacture feedback to engineering teams.
Lead up to 20 technicians assembling and testing development, qualification, and flight article mechanical components and assemblies to meet quality and schedule requirements
Own health and safety in your area, ensuring all procedures are followed, training is completed, and safety culture is role modeled across the team
Plan work to a 3-month horizon with engineering and program management, allocate tasks to meet schedules, and identify and mitigate schedule risks
Ensure team follows manufacturing instructions and drawings, conduct root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and authorize release of flight components
Conduct performance reviews, manage leave schedules, interview candidates, and develop leadership capabilities in direct reports
Support R&D activities, assist with pre-production manufacturing, and transition processes to full-rate production
Report daily team metrics and outputs while managing the team's skills matrix and training requirements
Set and inspire standards of process, behavior, and workmanship across all departments you engage with

NZ: High School diploma, NCEA level 2 (at least 60 credits), or equivalent
Minimum 8 years relevant industry experience
Minimum 5 years in aviation/aerospace manufacturing
Proven ability to manage resources for production rate increases
Demonstrated leadership development of direct reports
Track record of process improvement and efficiency gains
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed
Physical ability to perform hands-on work in a manufacturing environment