Lead, Ground Welding

Relativity Space•Stennis Space Center, MS

3d•$44 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead, Ground Welding role is part of Relativity Space’s Stennis Test team, which designs, builds, and operates propulsion and stage test stands. The team works hands-on with large-scale systems, including integrated engines and stage assemblies, and contributes directly to flight readiness in a fast-paced, highly operational environment. The role proactively performs work to procedures, specifications, and work instructions while ensuring the team’s completed work meets expectations. It sets team priorities, supports safe and high-quality operations, partners with engineering and leadership on process improvements, and helps develop team members through technical training, coaching, and mentorship. The position also ensures timely, safe maintenance of test-stand equipment and manages common tooling needs. The position is based at a government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi and requires successful completion of a U.S. government background check to obtain clearance for on-site work. Occasional night shifts, weekend work, and possible travel are required. Candidates must be able to lift at least 50 pounds without assistance, stand for extended periods, and use industry-standard personal protective equipment. The hiring range is $43.85–$65.77 USD. Relativity Space states that compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Benefits include competitive salary and equity, generous paid time off and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience working as a welder or pipefitter.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds unassisted, stand for extended periods, and use industry-standard personal protective equipment.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical documents, and/or engineering drawings.
Experience using a variety of welding equipment, such as TIG and MIG.
Experience and ability to perform part layout and fit-up.
Availability for occasional night shifts and weekends, and possible travel.
Must clear a U.S. government-administered background check to obtain clearance for on-site work at the government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi.

Nice To Haves

Past leadership experience.
Advanced knowledge of fluid systems and their components.
Advanced knowledge of engineering ISO prints.
Advanced knowledge of welding systems and their components.

Responsibilities

Perform work according to procedures, specifications, and work instructions, and ensure the team's work meets expectations.
Set daily and weekly team priorities to accomplish company goals while ensuring work meets company safety and quality standards.
Work with engineering and leadership to develop and implement process improvements for recurring work.
Work with leadership to develop and implement technical training classes.
Coach and mentor individual team members.
Ensure test-stand equipment maintenance and services are performed safely and in a timely manner.
Track and order common tooling needed for daily operations, and perform return-on-investment analyses to justify purchases.