Lead Propulsion Test Technician - Build Tomorrow's Rocket

Relativity Space; Kiln (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Generous PTO

Sick leave policy

Parental leave

Learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking a Lead Propulsion Test Technician for the Operations Test Team at the Stennis, Mississippi government partner site. You will lead technicians through test hardware assembly, maintenance, and testing operations, providing technical guidance and enforcing safety standards.

You will allocate tasks, coordinate with engineering, and drive continuous process improvements while ensuring timely, safe, and compliant test activities for Terran R development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace, aviation, or heavy industrial maintenance, instrumentation, data and control systems, or mechanical systems.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted, stand for extended periods, and use PPE.
• Operate a wide range of hand and power tools for fabrication operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, high-hazard environment.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Proactively perform work according to procedures, specifications, and work instructions while ensuring team output meets expectations.
• Identify and set daily/weekly team priorities to achieve company goals with safety and quality in mind.
• Collaborate with engineering and leadership to develop and implement process improvements for test stands.
• Conduct performance assessments and coaching to ensure policy and performance expectations are met.
• Track and order common tooling, and perform ROI justification for purchases.
• Occasional night shifts, weekends, and travel may be required.

Skills

Aerospace experience

Physical ability 50 lbs

Tool usage

Problem solving

Safety and quality

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking a Lead Propulsion Test Technician for the Operations Test Team at the Stennis, Mississippi government partner site. You will lead technicians through test hardware assembly, maintenance, and testing operations, providing technical guidance and enforcing safety standards.

You will allocate tasks, coordinate with engineering, and drive continuous process improvements while ensuring timely, safe, and compliant test activities for Terran R development.