Factory Test Technician III - 1st Shift

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Factory Test Technician III works on the Factory Test team, which designs, builds, and operates infrastructure to test Terran R components at Relativity Space’s headquarters in Long Beach, California. The role leads smaller projects or portions of larger initiatives, resolves complex technical issues with minimal oversight, and helps meet team goals while maintaining quality and deadlines. It also provides technical oversight, mentorship, and training to less experienced technicians, and collaborates with engineering and leadership on processes, hardware, and testing procedures. This is a first-shift role with a standard Monday–Friday schedule from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT. The position is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in aerospace testing or a related field, with strong expertise in one or more technical areas.
Ability to independently troubleshoot complex issues and develop solutions.
Leadership ability to guide and mentor others in basic and complex tasks.
Ability to influence peers, lead by example, and share technical knowledge to elevate team performance.
Solid understanding of materials, seals, and components used in testing processes, and ability to explain the technical rationale for their selection.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work to meet deadlines while maintaining quality and minimizing errors.

Nice To Haves

Experience collaborating with engineering teams to develop and implement new hardware or processes.
Background training or mentoring team members in complex technical areas.
Previous involvement in setting project timelines and managing material and personnel requirements.
Familiarity with safety hazards in testing environments and experience implementing safety controls.

Responsibilities

Lead and own smaller projects or portions of larger initiatives, ensuring high-quality work is completed within deadlines.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues with minimal oversight using technical expertise and problem-solving frameworks.
Take responsibility for short-term team goals and contribute to overall team performance.
Provide technical oversight to ensure the quality and accuracy of team members’ work.
Mentor and train less experienced technicians while promoting knowledge and adherence to safety protocols.
Collaborate with engineering and leadership to develop and implement processes, hardware, and testing procedures.