Aerospace Weld Specialist II - Flight Hardware

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking an experienced welder to support Terran R manufacturing in the Long Beach area. You will collaborate with technicians and engineers to develop and qualify flight weld processes, including GTAW and GMAW, and to adapt welding parameters for new procedures.

You will load/unload hardware with cranes, perform dimensional inspections, and help prepare metallic surfaces through blending for non-destructive evaluation. This is a fast-paced role in development and production.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in aerospace welding or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with GTAW or laser welding of aluminum, stainless steel, or Inconel.
• Experience in fabrication including layout, forming, and assembly of metallic components.
• Experience with weld fit-up, weld prep, post-weld blending, repairs, and dimensional inspections.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs, operate in confined spaces, and work at elevated heights.
• Adaptability to fast-paced development and production environments.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with technician and engineering teams to develop, qualify, and execute flight weld processes for Terran-R, including manual and semi-automated GTAW and GMAW welding and developing weld parameters for new weld procedure specifications
• Bring new welding equipment online and execute weld operations on both development and flight hardware, including manual weld repairs
• Load and unload hardware using overhead cranes or forklifts, and install structural mechanical piece parts and tooling
• Perform dimensional fitment inspections and visual weld inspections, accurately using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and torque wrenches
• Perform precision blending using hand tools to prepare metallic surfaces for welding and non-destructive evaluation
• Identify and resolve issues in the manufacturing process, including material defects, equipment malfunctions, or production inefficiencies, ensure all operations comply with Relativity Space standards, and foster an inclusive environment for all team members

Skills

Aerospace welding

GTAW/Laser welding

Fabrication experience

Weld preparation & inspection

Physical requirements

Adaptability

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking an experienced welder to support Terran R manufacturing in the Long Beach area. You will collaborate with technicians and engineers to develop and qualify flight weld processes, including GTAW and GMAW, and to adapt welding parameters for new procedures.

You will load/unload hardware with cranes, perform dimensional inspections, and help prepare metallic surfaces through blending for non-destructive evaluation. This is a fast-paced role in development and production.