Senior Avionics Manufacturing Engineer

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of aerospace technology, where your role will be pivotal in shaping the future of additive manufacturing and rocket design. As part of a passionate team, you'll develop detailed process plans for avionics hardware, ensuring the highest standards of production readiness. Collaborate with engineers to enhance product designs and support technicians in resolving manufacturing challenges. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment that values innovation and creativity, all while contributing to groundbreaking projects that could change the course of humanity's journey into space.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

Generous PTO and sick leave policy

Parental leave

Annual learning and development stipend

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing or production support for avionics hardware.
• Hands-on experience with PCBAs and wire harness fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Develop process plans and work instructions for avionics hardware manufacturing.
• Conduct Manufacturing Readiness Reviews to ensure production readiness.

Skills

Manufacturing Process Development

Troubleshooting Skills

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Data Analysis

Knowledge of IPC Standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD tools (e.g., NX, Zuken, CATIA)

PLM and ERP systems

Data analysis/visualization tools

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 Avionics team is responsible for all aspects of the electrical design on the rocket, from electronics, interconnects, associated mechanical design, testing and initial production. This team's scope includes the flight computers, power systems, RF systems, PCB design, autonomous flight safety systems, and telemetry. This team works on complex electrical systems that require modularity and flexibility, and are critical to the successful launch of Terran R, and beyond!

About the Role:

• Develop detailed process plans, work instructions, and work orders for the manufacturing of avionics hardware and wire harnesses
• Conduct Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRRs) to ensure production readiness and risk mitigation before major builds
• Collaborate with design engineers to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback and improve product designs for ease of fabrication and assembly
• Support build technicians during manufacturing by troubleshooting issues, resolving non-conformances, and implementing corrective actions
• Work with supply chain and quality teams to ensure the procurement and inspection of high-quality avionics components
• Analyze process performance and yield data to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain capacity and demand plan models

About You:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing, process development, or production support for avionics hardware
• Hands-on experience with PCBAs, avionics boxes, or wire harness fabrication and assembly
• Knowledge of IPC standards for PCB and cable assembly
• Experience with process documentation, such as manufacturing work instructions, process control plans, and test procedures

Nice to haves but not required:

• Experience with ramping from R&D or pilot manufacturing to full production
• Familiarity with high-reliability electronics manufacturing and environmental testing
• Experience with CAD tools (e.g., NX, Zuken, CATIA) for mechanical design and harness routing
• Familiarity with PLM and ERP systems for managing work orders and production tracking
• Understanding of AS9100 or ISO9001 quality management systems
• Experience using data analysis/visualization tools to identify, track, and optimize manufacturing KPIs

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!

Hiring Range:

$130,000 - $166,000 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.