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Rocket Lab . Rocket Lab is building parts with the worlds largest post-style automated fiber placement machine (AFP) at our Space Structures Complex in Middle River. As an AFP Programmer youll help build some of the largest carbon fiber composite fuselage structures using cutting edge technologies and space grade materials. Responsibilities
Serve as the Rocket Lab expert in AFP Programming; work with composites/manufacturing Engineering to mature the AFP process for manufacturing very large composite parts. Contribute to design reviews as an expert in AFP process capability, automation, and all aspects related to AFP manufacturing. Drive the transition to AFP from traditional composites manufacturing processes. Contribute to R&D projects to expand AFP capabilities for Rocket Lab. Identify risks and opportunities to develop the Manufacturing Engineering department to meet company needs. Develop and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians daily. Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years experience in composites production and programming for AFP Programmer II. High School Diploma or GED and 8+ years experience in composites production and programming for Senior AFP Programmer. Preferred qualifications
Experience with Electroimpact equipment, Siemens NX / Fibersim, VCP (Vericut Composites Programming), VCS (Vericut Composites Simulation). Experience with Automated Fiber Placement technology, Autoclave and Out-of-Autoclave composite manufacturing techniques. Experience with qualification and acceptance testing of composite structural components. Additional requirements
Specific vision abilities; physical ability to commute to buildings; occasional exposure to dust, fumes, and moderate levels of noise. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, and onsite snacks/drinks. Rocket Lab is an equal opportunity employer and complies with U.S. Government space technology export regulations including ITAR. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Notice
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Join to apply for the
AFP Programmer II, Senior
role at
Rocket Lab . Rocket Lab is building parts with the worlds largest post-style automated fiber placement machine (AFP) at our Space Structures Complex in Middle River. As an AFP Programmer youll help build some of the largest carbon fiber composite fuselage structures using cutting edge technologies and space grade materials. Responsibilities
Serve as the Rocket Lab expert in AFP Programming; work with composites/manufacturing Engineering to mature the AFP process for manufacturing very large composite parts. Contribute to design reviews as an expert in AFP process capability, automation, and all aspects related to AFP manufacturing. Drive the transition to AFP from traditional composites manufacturing processes. Contribute to R&D projects to expand AFP capabilities for Rocket Lab. Identify risks and opportunities to develop the Manufacturing Engineering department to meet company needs. Develop and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians daily. Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years experience in composites production and programming for AFP Programmer II. High School Diploma or GED and 8+ years experience in composites production and programming for Senior AFP Programmer. Preferred qualifications
Experience with Electroimpact equipment, Siemens NX / Fibersim, VCP (Vericut Composites Programming), VCS (Vericut Composites Simulation). Experience with Automated Fiber Placement technology, Autoclave and Out-of-Autoclave composite manufacturing techniques. Experience with qualification and acceptance testing of composite structural components. Additional requirements
Specific vision abilities; physical ability to commute to buildings; occasional exposure to dust, fumes, and moderate levels of noise. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, parental leave, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, and onsite snacks/drinks. Rocket Lab is an equal opportunity employer and complies with U.S. Government space technology export regulations including ITAR. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Notice
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rocket Lab. Get notified about new Senior Software Engineer jobs in Middle River, MD. #J-18808-Ljbffr