Environmental Test Technician I, First Shift

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

The Functional Test Team is a newly established subdivision of Relativity Space’s Environmental Test Lab and serves as the central hub for avionics production testing. The team performs functional checks on avionics hardware before and after environmental testing, ensuring hardware meets requirements before progressing through production. It works closely with the Vibration and Thermal Test teams to streamline test operations, improve throughput, and support delivery of flight-ready hardware for Terran R. In this hands-on technical role, you will perform functional tests and inspections on avionics hardware before and after environmental testing. The work requires attention to detail, adherence to technical procedures, and a commitment to safety and quality. The position is first shift, Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT, with a 50-hour workweek that includes 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.

Requirements

Strong computer proficiency and ability to learn and operate technical test software and equipment.
Foundational understanding of electrical theory and basic electrical principles.
Ability to read, understand, and accurately execute written technical instructions and test procedures.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document and communicate technical information clearly.
Ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and take ownership of test execution with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset when working with sensitive hardware and test equipment.
Technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and willingness to learn new testing methods and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational training in electronics, electrical systems, aerospace technology, or a related field.
Experience working with electronic hardware, test equipment, or basic electrical measurements.
Familiarity with ESD handling procedures or working with sensitive electronic components.
Exposure to manufacturing, production testing, quality inspection, or laboratory environments.
Experience reading technical drawings, work instructions, or test procedures.
Basic familiarity with troubleshooting electronic systems or test equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform functional testing of avionics hardware using product-specific test racks and equipment.
Conduct low-pressure pneumatic testing of avionics enclosures to verify leakage is within specified tolerances.
Execute rate table testing, camera focusing, electrical bond measurements, and visual inspections.
Follow established test procedures to produce accurate, consistent, and reliable results.
Operate safely in electrostatic discharge (ESD)-controlled environments and around high-voltage equipment.
Document test results, communicate findings, and escalate issues or abnormalities to the appropriate engineering or test teams.
Collaborate with the Vibration and Thermal Test teams to support efficient hardware flow through environmental testing.