IT Support Specialist

Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.

As an IT Support Specialist based onsite at Rocket Lab's Auckland Production Complex you will have the opportunity to support our global teams by ensuring seamless access to information and smooth operation of our computer systems, networks, and devices. In this role, you will provide day-to-day IT support, interact positively with staff, and play a key role in onboarding new hires to ensure productivity from day one.

This role is ideal for someone seeking fast-tracked career progression, exposure to multiple technologies, and the opportunity to be a valued member of a vibrant, collaborative IT team. A natural curiosity and a drive to continuously learn are essential to be successful in this role.

What You'll Get To Do:

Carry out the day-to-day functions required to provide quality IT support and service by interacting positively with our staff, answering inquiries, and effectively handling complaints
Track and update support desk Incident, Request, Problem, and Change, Project tickets, and other documentation
You will be the point of contact for any onboarding of new hires to ensure they are setup and productive from day one
Participate in the Continuous Improvement Process; the ongoing effort to improve our service, IT Systems, and processes
Occasional domestic travel may be required
This position may require flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and participation in an on-call rotation as needed

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

2+ years' experience in IT support and high school diploma
Exposure with most and solid operational experience in at least two of the following:
- Windows or Linux desktop operating systems (including imaging, maintenance, troubleshooting)
- PC hardware (including assembly and disassembly of desktop PCs)
- Understanding of networking infrastructure and basic troubleshooting (TCP/IP/DNS)
- A scripting language
- Active Directory and Group Policy

These Skills Would Be Nice To Have:

Certifications in CompTIAA+ or ITIL
Experience with cloud-based technologies (Azure, AWS, O365)
Familiarity with virtualization technologies and public/private cloud environments
Familiarity with common AI platforms and the ability to write effective prompts, evaluate AI-generated outputs, and identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve service delivery and operational efficiency
Experience with Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible and Terraform
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, able to see the big picture and make connections
Experience participating in and supporting a medium to complex, end ‑ to ‑ end IT project, in all phases from initial requirements gathering and planning through implementation, testing, stakeholder coordination, and ongoing operational support

What To Expect:

We're on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that's not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work, and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other's backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.