Propulsion Technician I, Second Shift
About The Position
Relativity Space is building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. The Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. This role is on the front line of the assembly and testing of the Aeon-R engine components, sub-assemblies and engines. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of an experienced technical team and build the skills necessary to create and refine robust component and engine building processes. This role will be focused on supporting several in-house processes and support resources such as precision cleaning, hydrostatic proof testing, flow testing, component assembly and test, and engine assembly. This is a second-shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.
Requirements
- Experience working on engines, with a primary focus on engine components.
- Familiarity with architecture of a Gas Generator cycle engine and all associated nomenclature.
- Experience with high pressure fluid system development and testing such as hydrostatic proof, pneumatic leak check, and flow testing.
- Familiarity with electrical and mechanical system integration.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, and engineering drawings.
- Strong technical and interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with 5S manufacturing principles.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Experience transitioning from development into high-volume production.
Responsibilities
- Assembly and testing of Aeon-R engine components, sub-assemblies and engines.
- Supporting in-house processes such as precision cleaning, hydrostatic proof testing, flow testing, component assembly and test, and engine assembly.
- Providing design feedback on new hardware iterations.
- Developing new manufacturing methods and systems.
- Building engine and vehicle hardware for testing.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity
- Generous PTO and sick leave policy
- Parental leave
- Annual learning and development stipend
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
