Avionics Development Technician II

Relativity Space • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

The Avionics Test & Operations team is responsible for testing avionics hardware and systems across the entire product lifecycle of Terran R: component-, subsystem-, and vehicle-level. As an Avionics Senior RF Test Engineer at Relativity Space, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing avionics testing strategies for our RF and telemetry rocket systems. This includes working closely with the RF avionics design team to identify and troubleshoot any issues and developing automation and testing infrastructure to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of hands-on experience as a harnessing technician, specializing in application-critical, high-complexity wiring systems, with strong proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics
• Ability to conduct thorough inspections, continuity checks, and hipot tests to ensure the integrity and functionality of wire harness assemblies, applying schematic knowledge to troubleshoot and validate circuits
• Ability to perform rework and repairs on wire harnesses, including cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, and connectorization, guided by detailed wiring diagrams and technical documentation
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. unassisted, ensuring efficiency in handling materials and assemblies, and proficient in distinguishing colors for accurate wire identification and termination

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree or higher in electronics, avionics, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience as a soldering technician working on high-complexity, mission-critical PCBAs, preferably within the aerospace industry
• Current or previous certification in IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, or similar industry standards, reflecting advanced soldering skills and commitment to quality
• Capacity to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure aerospace environment, consistently meeting rigorous performance and quality standards

Responsibilities

• Assembling wire harnesses in accordance with detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and aerospace industry standards
• Conducting inspections, continuity checks, and hipot tests to validate the integrity and performance of wire harness assemblies
• Performing rework and repairs including cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, connectorization, and troubleshooting based on schematics
• Building and wiring functional test racks using schematics and technical documentation to support harness validation and system-level testing
• Documenting all work performed, including discrepancies and corrective actions, while staying current with wire harnessing technologies and best practices

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees