Senior Launch Pad Technician: Space Ops Lead

Front Door Defense; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Generous PTO

Sick leave

Parental leave

Learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space in Cape Canaveral, Florida is seeking a Senior Launch Pad Technician to lead safe, reliable launch pad operations and maintenance for the Terran R program. You will support countdowns, systems activation, and maintenance across launch infrastructure, working with engineers and operations to ensure readiness and safety.

The role demands hands-on expertise with process tubing, high-pressure systems, and mechanical components, plus the ability to interpret drawings and drive

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace operations or related technical fields such as mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, procedures, and system documentation.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical or fluid systems and resolving operational issues.

Responsibilities

• Execute launch pad development, launch operations, and maintenance activities involving process tubing, high-pressure gas systems, and mechanical components.
• Interpret engineering drawings and procedures to fabricate, assemble, and install fluid systems and mechanical components, and operate these systems during activation and testing.
• Support launch countdown operations, including integrated testing and live launch activities, maintaining focus and clear communication in time-sensitive environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex pad hardware issues, working with engineering and leadership to identify solutions and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with engineering and management to develop safe, efficient processes and continuously improve procedures, quality, and operational cadence.
• Mentor and support team members by sharing knowledge, providing constructive feedback, and promoting a culture of safety, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Skills

Aerospace operations

Mechanical

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Relativity Space in Cape Canaveral, Florida is seeking a Senior Launch Pad Technician to lead safe, reliable launch pad operations and maintenance for the Terran R program. You will support countdowns, systems activation, and maintenance across launch infrastructure, working with engineers and operations to ensure readiness and safety.

The role demands hands-on expertise with process tubing, high-pressure systems, and mechanical components, plus the ability to interpret drawings and drive