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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Welder for its Long Beach, CA facility, where the candidate will be responsible for welding and fabricating components for rocket engines. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of welding experience, particularly in aerospace or similar industries, and possess advanced welding skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including medical coverage, paid vacation, and a supportive work culture.
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Job Summary
The Senior Welder will weld and fabricate various fluid systems and sub-assembly components for the Rutherford and Archimedes Rocket engines at Rocket Lab Headquarters.
Employees receive a total rewards package including company equity, top-tier medical coverage, and access to an onsite gym and subsidized EV charging.
The role requires adherence to strict industry standards such as ASME, ANSI, ISO, and D17.1 while working within tight tolerances.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior Welder for its Long Beach, CA facility, where the candidate will be responsible for welding and fabricating components for rocket engines. The ideal candidate will have over eight years of welding experience, particularly in aerospace or similar industries, and possess advanced welding skills. The position offers competitive benefits, including medical coverage, paid vacation, and a supportive work culture.
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Salary
Base: $30-$50 USD per hour; Bonus/Equity: Company equity included; Benefits: Top tier medical HMO/PPO, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
8+ years of welding experience
Proficiency in manual GTAW TIG welding
Experience with orbital tube welding
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Welding on thin materials .011 - .250
Nice-to-have
Experience with Inconel and Monel alloys
Familiarity with 3D printed parts
Experience in metal fabrication and assembly
Capability to support grinding department
Experience with deburring and pencil grinders
Key Requirements
Certified Welder status required
Specialized certifications in TIG or Brazing processes
Material-specific certifications for Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, or Inconel
U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status required due to ITAR regulations
Work Rights
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylum grantee