Quality Inspector Technical Specialist I

Relativity Space•Stennis Space Center, MS

21d•$31 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a Quality Inspector Technical Specialist I for its Stennis Test team, which designs, builds, and operates propulsion and stage test stands. The team works hands-on with complex systems, including integrated engines and stage assemblies, contributing directly to flight readiness in a fast-paced, operational environment. The role includes inspecting propulsion components, stage assemblies, and integrated flight hardware during and after production. The inspector reviews hardware requirements and determines pass/fail status using precision tools, CAD models, engineering drawings, process specifications, and work orders. The position also involves documenting inspections and non-conformances, conducting foreign object debris (FOD) inspections and hardware walkdowns, providing technical guidance, collaborating with operational, manufacturing, and engineering teams, and assisting with root cause analysis and corrective actions. This position is based at a government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi, and requires a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work. Occasional night shifts, weekends, and possible travel are required. The listed hiring range is $31.20–$46.80 USD. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.

Requirements

Experience working in aerospace and/or aviation.
Experience with in-process build inspections, precision inspection techniques, and precision inspection tooling.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions and provide technical guidance using internal and external work standards.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs unassisted and stand for extended periods.
Ability to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
Ability to work occasional night shifts and weekends and undertake possible travel.
Must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at the government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi.

Nice To Haves

Experience with structural/airframe inspection or large assembly inspections.
Background in aviation maintenance, aircraft inspection, or similar quality roles.
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office.
Experience with NX, Team Center, LN, or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Experience with AS 9100, ISO 9001, or similar Quality Management Systems.

Responsibilities

Conduct in-process and final inspections of propulsion components, stage assemblies, and integrated flight hardware using precision tools, CAD models, drawings, process specifications, and work order requirements.
Review hardware requirements and determine pass/fail status.
Document inspection outcomes, non-conformances, and deviations.
Use tooling to perform FOD inspections, document hardware status, and conduct walkdown inspections on engine and stage assemblies.
Provide technical guidance during in-process work to ensure company and industry standards are met.
Develop working relationships with Test Operations, Manufacturing, and Hardware Responsible Engineering teams to support company objectives.
Communicate and present information effectively to team members, engineering, and team leaders.
Perform inspections to identify issues and assist with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.