PBF Printer Technician I

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

13d•$23 - $35

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a PBF Printer Technician I to support its Powder Bed Fusion manufacturing team, which develops, creates, and operates advanced additive manufacturing technologies. The team provides the infrastructure, materials, tools, and equipment needed to rapidly iterate and print, and is developing technologies and approaches for Aeon-R. The technician will operate and monitor PBF machines according to established procedures and work instructions. Under supervision, the role prepares build platforms, loads metal powder, and executes build files. The technician also maintains equipment and workspaces, records production and quality information, follows safety protocols for powder handling and industrial equipment, and collaborates with engineers and leadership to address technical issues. This is a first-shift role with a Monday-through-Friday schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT. The schedule is structured as a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week. The hiring range is $23.38–$35.06 USD. Relativity Space lists competitive salary and equity, PTO and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend among its rewards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly environment.
Proficiency with hand, power, and pneumatic tools, such as drills, calipers, and dimensional metrology tools.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to consistently produce high-quality parts.
Ability to interpret technical documents and maintain accurate records.
Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort working with machines and tools.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience working as a Powder Bed Fusion Technician.
A two-year Associate of Science degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology or equivalent.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing or metal powder.
Experience with MES systems such as Manufacturo and Jira.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor PBF machines according to established procedures and work instructions.
Prepare build platforms, load metal powder, and execute build files under supervision.
Clean and maintain equipment and workspaces to ensure a safe and efficient environment.
Document production data, quality checks, and machine performance in logs or digital systems.
Follow safety protocols, including those for handling powder and operating industrial equipment.
Work collaboratively with engineers and leadership to resolve technical issues.