Aerospace Materials & Processes Specialist II

Relativity Space, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary equity

PTO & sick leave

Parental leave

Learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space, Inc. in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Materials & Processes Technical Specialist II to advance high-temperature materials processing, composites, and heatshield work on Terran R.

You will prototype, test, document, and collaborate across design, manufacturing, and operations to push performance and reliability. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, mentorship, and rapid problem solving in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in natural science or materials required.
• At least 10 years in aerospace high-temperature materials processing and testing.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on capabilities in lab settings.

Responsibilities

• Act as core member of a small team focused on extreme environment materials innovation.
• Prototype, test coupon design, fabricate, test, and document materials and processes.
• Serve as SME for high-temperature composites and heatshield processing challenges.
• Share knowledge on material processing, machining, and testing to resolve problems.
• Mentor and train new team members; uphold high quality and consistency.
• Assist day-to-day lab operations to ensure mission success.

Skills

10+ years aerospace materials

Fast learner

Composite layup

Adhesives/bonding

Heatshield processing

Education

Associate's Degree in Natural Science, Materials, or related field

Tools

CAD

Job description

Relativity Space, Inc. in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a Materials & Processes Technical Specialist II to advance high-temperature materials processing, composites, and heatshield work on Terran R.

You will prototype, test, document, and collaborate across design, manufacturing, and operations to push performance and reliability. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work, mentorship, and rapid problem solving in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.