Propulsion Technician - Assembly (Aerospace)

Location: Waikato, New Zealand; onsite work at the Test Complex and launch facilities.

Company

hirify.global is an end-to-end aerospace company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems, including the Electron launch vehicle.

What you will do

• Complete final assembly, testing, and maintenance activities for Rutherford and Curie engines and Electron stages.
• Perform acceptance, qualification, and occasional development testing at the Test Complex.
• Work hands-on with tools, equipment, and facilities to build, launch, and test launch vehicles and components.
• Support facility maintenance, upgrades, and new propulsion projects.
• Take primary responsibility in Engine Test, Stage Test, or Propulsion Assembly while collaborating across WorkCentres.
• Identify and communicate deviations while supporting product quality, safety, and production schedules.

Requirements

• Trade-qualified with 4+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Mechanical or electrical assembly trade certificate.
• Industry experience in mechanical and electrical production or maintenance activities.
• Ability to follow processes accurately and inspect assemblies to a high workmanship standard.
• Experience using PPE and following safety processes around hazardous equipment and environments.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments, including oxygen-service cleanliness requirements.

Nice to have

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings.
• Computer literacy and comfort using smartphones and tablets.
• Willingness to work long hours when required and remain calm under pressure.

Culture & Benefits

• Fast-paced work focused on building and launching real aerospace hardware.
• Collaborative environment built around teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work on meaningful space missions and frequently launched Electron rockets.
• New Zealand applicants undergo background and nationality checks before an employment offer because the role involves equipment and data regulated by ITAR.
• Eligibility to access ITAR-regulated equipment and data may require citizenship of New Zealand, Australia, Japan, Switzerland, an EU country, or a NATO member country, subject to applicable restrictions.