CNC Machinist II, Second Shift

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

PTO & sick leave

Parental leave

Learning stipend

More perks

Job summary

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up and operate multi-axis CNC mills, lathes, and mill-turns to produce complex, tight-tolerance hardware for the Terran R program. This second-shift role runs Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

PT, with a 50-hour week and a 10% shift differential. You will read engineering drawings and GD&T, load tools and fixtures, troubleshoot issues with CNC programmers, and pursue process improvements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC mills, lathes, mill-turns in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience setting up and operating multi-axis CNC machining equipment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and ability to read complex engineering drawings.
• Experience machining tight-tolerance components and verifying with precision measurement equipment.
• Experience partnering with manufacturing engineers and CNC programmers in production or R&D.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment to produce complex, tight-tolerance hardware.
• Execute machining operations in support of development and production schedules with safety, quality, and throughput in mind.
• Load and monitor cutting tools, vises, and fixturing for repeatable processes.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, and process issues with CNC programmers and manufacturing engineers.
• Identify opportunities to improve machining processes, quality, cycle time, and shop capability.

Skills

CNC milling

CNC lathes

GD&T

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Quality assurance

Tools

ESPRIT

DMG MORI/CELOS

Job description

At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. OurTerran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launchcapacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock newopportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyondthe known.

Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Nowis a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, andthe culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The mostmeaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

The engine manufacturing department's mission is to product high performing products & manufacturing systems by continuously innovating on cost, quality, and lead time. Through cross-functional collaboration, high levels of accountability, and a focus on safety we support the Terran R program. We are responsible for providing design feedback on new hardware iterations, developing new manufacturing methods and systems, and ultimately building engine and vehicle hardware for testing prior to our first launch. Our team's highlights from the last 6 months include the MDC of the first Aeon-R engine, completing thousands of hours of PBF printing, building and testing over 50 valves of 26 different iterations, and implementing large scale process improvements along the way.

About the Role:

• Set up and operate CNC equipment, including multi-axis mills, lathes, and mill-turn machining centers, to produce complex, tight-tolerance hardware.
• Execute machining operations in support of development and production schedules while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and throughput.
• Load and monitor cutting tools, vises, and fixturing to ensure repeatable processes and conforming hardware.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and inspection requirements to ensure parts meet design intent.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, and process issues in partnership with CNC programmers and manufacturing engineers.
• Identify opportunities to improve machining processes, quality, cycle time, and overall shop capability.

About You:

• 4+ years of experience setting up and operating CNC mills, lathes, mill-turns, or similar equipment in a precision manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience setting up and operating multi‑axis CNC machining equipment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T with the ability to independently read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Experience machining complex, tight‑tolerance components and verifying parts using precision measurement equipment.
• Experience partnering with manufacturing engineers and CNC programmers in a production, development, or R&D environment.

Nice to haves but not required:

• Experience with programming CNC machines in ESPRIT is a plus.
• DMG Mori/CELOS experience is a plus.

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors.

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package.

• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend
• More!

To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range:

$34.42 - $51.63 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Relativity Space does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or referrals from recruitment agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited submission - via email, our website, social media, or directly to an employee - will be deemed the property of Relativity Space, and no fee will be owed absent a current, fully executed agreement with Talent Acquisition that specifically authorizes submissions for the applicable role.

This is a second‑shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50‑hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week. In addition to base pay, employees receive a 10% shift differential.