Quality Inspection Supervisor, Precision Inspection, Second Shift

Relativity Space • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

You will lead a specialized team of Quality Inspectors and CMM Programmers responsible for the dimensional integrity of flight hardware, including large-scale 3D-printed structures and precision-machined propulsion components. You will bridge the gap between engineering design and physical reality, ensuring that Relativity’s innovative manufacturing methods meet rigorous aerospace standards.

Requirements

• 7+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments, including 2+ years in a leadership or lead role.
• Prior experience managing, mentoring, and developing inspectors or technicians, including coaching on CMM programming, inspection methods, and quality expectations.
• Proven hands-on experience with CMM software such as Verisurf and PC-DMIS, including program development, execution, and troubleshooting.
• Expert proficiency with precision hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and bore gages, along with standard shop-floor inspection techniques.
• Advanced experience with managing Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
• Expert knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and navigate CAD models (Siemens NX preferred)
• Ability to support a 50-hour baseline workweek with flexibility for overtime to meet launch milestones, along with the ability to stand for extended periods on the production floor, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a high-growth aerospace startup environment.
• Familiarity with digital factory tools like Infor LN, MES, or JIRA.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certifications applied to an assembly line.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise daily operations of the CMM inspection team, managing schedules, timecards, and performance reviews to meet high-rate production goals.
• Technical Oversight: Serve as the subject matter expert for CMM programming (Verisurf and PC-DMIS) and precision metrology (Romer arms, laser trackers).
• Quality Compliance: Ensure all inspections conform to AS9100 and ISO9001 standards, overseeing the completion of detailed reports such as AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Additive Manufacturing, Propulsion, and Machine Shop teams to resolve complex non-conformances and provide feedback on hardware quality.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement automated inspection strategies and digital metrology tools to reduce setup times and increase throughput.
• Equipment Management: Coordinate preventative maintenance and calibration for all quality lab assets, including CMMs and hand-held precision tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees