Structures Technician II, 1st Shift

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of aerospace technology and additive manufacturing. This role offers you the chance to work on the next generation of reusable rockets, contributing to groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of space exploration. As part of a passionate team, you'll be responsible for precision drilling and structural assembly, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, this position provides an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and be part of something extraordinary, this is the place for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Equity Options

Generous PTO

Sick Leave Policy

Parental Leave

Annual Learning Stipend

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in precision drilling and structural assembly in aerospace.
• Proficient in using common hand and inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Drill precision holes on flight hardware using appropriate tooling.
• Assemble hardware using structural adhesives and install inserts.

Skills

Precision Drilling

Structural Assembly

Integration in Aerospace

Use of Hand Tools

Inspection Tools Proficiency

Microsoft Office

Team Communication Tools

Education

A&P Certification

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Mahr Gauges

Power Tools

Hand 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.

Company Overview:

The Manufacturing team at Relativity Space is currently deep in manufacturing trades and process development for Terran R, our next generation, reusable rocket. This team has a wide variety of responsibilities—from determining the most efficient factory floor layout, to developing and implementing complex tooling and processes, and even interfacing with the vehicle engineering team to heavily influence the design of the rocket. Unique to Relativity, you will get to work across many teams to iterate and support Relativity's first-of-its-kind 3D printing software and robotics technology.

This is a 1st shift position, with hours: 6:00am-2:30pm PT.

About the Role:

• Responsible for drilling precision holes, including choosing the right drill motors and drill sizes, on flight hardware using appropriate tooling/jigs or egg cups.
• Responsible for assembling hardware using structural adhesives, properly torquing fasteners, installing inserts, or installing hiloks.
• Perform in process inspections using hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges.
• Perform blending or deburr operations using appropriate hand or power tools and then protecting hardware with alodine/sealant.
• Uphold high Relativity Space standards regarding safety and shop cleanliness.
• Foster an inclusive environment for all members of the team.

About You:

• 3+ years of precision drilling experience, structural assembly, or integration in an aerospace field.
• Proficient in the use of common hand tools and inspection tools including mahr gauges.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or other team communication tools such as Slack (or equivalent).

Nice to haves but not required:

• A&P certified.
• Experience with composite parts.
• Experience with reading drawings or blueprints.

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:

$28.90 - $37.40 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.