Mechanical Assembly Technician (Evening Shift)

Location: Auckland, New Zealand; onsite day or evening shift

Company

hirify.global builds rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems, including the Electron launch vehicle.

What you will do

• Receive components from the supply chain and complete mechanical assembly and testing.
• Build, launch, or test launch vehicles and their components using tools, equipment, and facilities.
• Manufacture components to high workmanship standards, including riveting and precision assembly.
• Operate mechanical, electrical, and automated test equipment.
• Inspect assemblies and pass completed components to the Integration team.
• Work with test and design engineers to support product quality, safety, and production schedules.

Requirements

• Trade qualification in a relevant industry or 4+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with precision mechanical assembly.
• Ability to work to exacting standards, including cleanliness requirements for oxygen service.
• Working understanding of standard industry ESD practices.
• Good eyesight and ability to inspect assemblies to a high workmanship standard.
• For New Zealand roles, nationality checks and background checks are required because the position involves access to ITAR-regulated equipment and data.

Nice to have

• Ability to read, understand, and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Computer literacy and comfort using smartphones and tablets.
• Initiative, composure under pressure, and willingness to take on additional responsibility.

Culture & Benefits

• Day shift: Monday to Friday, 06:00–14:30.
• Evening shift: Monday to Thursday, 15:00–01:30.
• Work on rockets and hardware for space missions under tight production and launch schedules.
• Collaborative environment focused on teamwork, high standards, and delivery.