Lead, CNC Setup Operator, Second Shift

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space seeks a CNC Team Lead to drive operations within the Engine Manufacturing Department. With a focus on mentorship and technical expertise, you will lead a team responsible for creating high-performing rocket components. Join us to impact aerospace technology and contribute to the future of space exploration!

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity

Generous PTO and sick leave policy

Parental leave

Annual learning and development stipend

Qualifications

• Experience with CNC programming and technical understanding is crucial.
• Strong background in manufacturing processes for billet and 3D printed components.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of CNC Programmers and Set Up Operators.
• Ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly on the shop floor.
• Provide design feedback and drive continuous improvements in manufacturing.

Skills

CNC programming

Technical understanding

GD&T

Engineer Drawing/Blueprint Reading

Tools

ESPRIT Software

Job description

At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. Both contribute to our long-term vision of creating humanity’s industrial base on Mars, paving the way for interplanetary life to expand the possibilities of the human experience. This journey begins right here on Earth – where we design, build, and fly rockets to deliver customer payloads to orbit. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket, fulfills the growing demand for launch capacity, thanks to our iterative approach that accelerates design, testing, and development while minimizing costs. While our groundbreaking research and development in 3D printing pushes the boundaries of large-scale additive manufacturing.

Your journey with us is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology, additive manufacturing, and the human experience alongside a community of passionate, creative individuals. Join us on this extraordinary journey, as we work together to transform our vision into reality.

About the Team:

The mission of the Engine Manufacturing Departmentis to deliver high-performing products and innovative manufacturing systems while driving continuous improvements in cost, quality, and lead time. Through cross-functional collaboration, high levels of accountability, and a focus on safety we play a crucial role in building our reusable rocket, Terran-R. We are responsible for providing design feedback on new hardware iterations, pioneering and implementing advanced manufacturing methods and systems, and ultimately delivering engine and vehicle hardware for testing prior to launch. Over the past year, the Engine Manufacturing Team has successfully developed, iterated, and delivered processes and hardware for the first Aeon-R development engines. Now, we are entering a critical phase: producing flight engines that will pave the way for Terran-R's inaugural launch to orbit. About the Role:

• Full ownership and accountability over work centers
• Lead the team of CNC Programmers and Set Up Operators
• Support day-to-day operations on the shop floor
• Mentor and coach your team in order to develop their personal career goals

About You:

• CNC programming utilizing ESPRIT Software
• Ability to understand and manage the Production Schedule
• High Level of Technical understanding related to CNC
• Manufacturing process for billet and 3D printed components
• Engineer Drawing/Blueprint Reading
• Strong Understanding of GD&T

Nice to haves, but not required:

• Previous people management experience
• Understanding of technical requirements related to various manufacturing processes

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. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more!To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range: $41.71 — $57.35 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.