Environmental Test Technician I, First Shift

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking a Functional Test Specialist to perform hands-on functional tests and inspections on avionics hardware before and after environmental testing. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to procedures, and a safety-first mindset while handling sensitive hardware.

You will work with test racks and equipment, follow procedures, document results, and escalate issues as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn and operate technical test software and equipment.
• Foundational understanding of electrical theory and basic electrical principles.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and accurately execute written technical instructions and test procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and communicate technical information.
• Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and take ownership of test execution with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset when working with sensitive hardware and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional testing of avionics hardware using product-specific test racks and equipment.
• Conduct low-pressure pneumatic testing of avionics enclosures to verify leakage remains within specified tolerances.
• Execute rate table testing, camera focusing, electrical bond measurements, and visual inspections.
• Follow established test procedures to ensure accurate, consistent, and reliable results.
• Operate safely in ESD controlled environments and around high-voltage equipment.
• Document test results, communicate findings, and escalate issues or abnormalities to the appropriate engineering or test teams.
• Collaborate with the Vibration and Thermal Test teams to support efficient hardware flow through environmental testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer proficiency

Electrical theory

Technical instructions

Communication skills

Independent work

Safety mindset

Job description

At Relativity Space, we're building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that's just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the 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. Now is a unique moment in time where it's early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

The Functional Test Team is a newly established subdivision of the Environmental Test Lab, serving as the central hub for avionics production testing. The team is responsible for performing functional checks on avionics hardware before and after environmental testing, ensuring hardware meets testing requirements before progressing through production.

Working closely with the Vibration and Thermal Test teams, the Functional Test Team plays a critical role in streamlining test operations, improving throughput, and supporting the delivery of flight-ready hardware for Terran R.

This is a first-shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.

About the Role

As a Functional Test Specialist, you will perform a variety of functional tests and inspections on avionics hardware before and after environmental testing. This is a hands‑on technical role requiring strong attention to detail, the ability to follow technical procedures, and a commitment to safety and quality.

In this role, you will:

• Perform functional testing of avionics hardware using product‑specific test racks and equipment
• Conduct low‑pressure pneumatic testing of avionics enclosures to verify leakage remains within specified tolerances
• Execute rate table testing, camera focusing, electrical bond measurements, and visual inspections
• Follow established test procedures to ensure accurate, consistent, and reliable results
• Operate safely in electrostatic discharge (ESD) controlled environments and around high‑voltage equipment
• Document test results, communicate findings, and **escalate** issues or abnormalities to the appropriate engineering or test teams
• Collaborate with the Vibration and Thermal Test teams to support efficient hardware flow through environmental testing

About You

• Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn and operate technical test software and equipment
• Foundational understanding of electrical theory and basic electrical principles
• Ability to read, comprehend, and accurately execute written technical instructions and test procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and communicate technical information
• Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and take ownership of test execution with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and a safety‑first mindset when working with sensitive hardware and test equipment
• Demonstrated technical aptitude, problem‑solving skills, and willingness to learn new testing methods and equipment

Nice to Have

This is an entry‑level opportunity designed for individuals with strong technical aptitude who are interested in developing a career in aerospace testing. Previous environmental or functional testing experience is not required.

The following experience is beneficial but not required:

• Technical or vocational training in electronics, electrical systems, aerospace technology, or a related field
• Experience working with electronic hardware, test equipment, or basic electrical measurements
• Familiarity with ESD handling procedures or working with sensitive electronic components
• Exposure to manufacturing, production testing, quality inspection, or laboratory environments
• Experience reading technical drawings, work instructions, or test procedures
• Basic familiarity with troubleshooting electronic systems or test equipment

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-relat