CNC Setup Operator I, Second Shift

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA
•$27 - $40

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a CNC Setup Operator I for its Stage Manufacturing team, which builds Terran R’s primary structures and develops the systems and processes used to manufacture the rocket. The role is responsible for operating a 3-axis CNC router, plate mill, and roll-forming equipment; completing standard lift operations or assisting with critical lift operations; performing precision blending and deburring; and conducting in-process inspections. The operator is expected to uphold safety and shop-cleanliness standards and foster an inclusive team environment. This is a second-shift position with a standard Monday through Friday schedule of 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Pacific Time. The schedule is structured as a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours per week. Employees also receive a 10% shift differential. The hiring range is $26.92–$40.38 per hour. Relativity Space describes its total rewards package as including competitive salary and equity, PTO and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.

Requirements

  • Experience with metal fabrication techniques such as bending and rolling.
  • Experience with machining equipment such as mills and lathes.
  • Proficiency with common hand tools and inspection tools.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or team communication tools such as Slack or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with rigging and crane operations.
  • Experience with welding operations.
  • Experience with CNC, robotics, and/or machine programming.
  • Experience reading drawings and/or GD&T.

Responsibilities

  • Run 3-axis CNC router, plate mill, and roll-forming equipment.
  • Complete standard lift operations or assist in critical lift operations.
  • Perform precision blending and deburring using standard power tools or hand tools.
  • Perform in-process inspections using hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges.
  • Uphold safety and shop-cleanliness standards.
  • Foster an inclusive environment for all team members.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy.
  • Parental leave.
  • Annual learning and development stipend.
  • 10% shift differential.
  • 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.
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