Senior Avionics Quality Inspector, First Shift

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

The Senior Avionics Quality Inspector performs receiving inspections of printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and quality assurance checks on avionics systems, subassemblies, components, wire harnesses, and installations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies. The position travels approximately 80% of the time to local and domestic supplier sites to perform source inspections, conduct audits, and support supplier quality and compliance activities. It maintains detailed inspection records and documentation, stays current with relevant industry standards and regulations, provides guidance and training to team members on avionics inspection techniques, and maintains a safe, organized work environment. The role is part of Relativity Space’s Reliability team, which works across design, manufacturing, test, and launch to build quality and reliability into Terran R production and operations. The position is on first shift, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule of 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and a baseline expectation of a 50-hour workweek, including occasional overtime as needed.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience as a PCBA Inspector in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a quality function.
Proficiency inspecting solder joints, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface-mounted devices to NASA 8739 and/or IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC-A-610 standards.
Knowledge of cable harness assembly and inspection following NASA-STD-8739.3 and 8739.4 and/or IPC-A-620 standards.
Experience conducting continuity tests using a DMM and performing inspections with portable measuring devices.
Familiarity with avionics systems, components, and installations, and ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and specifications.
High attention to detail to conduct thorough inspections and ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Well-versed in process development and first-time quality efforts.
Highly organized and able to provide structure and direction to previously undefined work.
Experience leading projects or teams, even without a formal leadership role.
Ability to take initiative and drive quality improvement efforts.
Certified or previously certified in IPC-A-620, IPC-A-610, or J-STD-001.

Responsibilities

Perform receiving inspections of PCBA and quality assurance checks on avionics systems, subassemblies, components, wire harnesses, and installations.
Travel approximately 80% of the time to local and domestic supplier sites to perform source inspections, conduct audits, and support supplier quality and compliance activities.
Maintain detailed inspection records and documentation tracking the status and history of avionics components and systems.
Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to avionics quality assurance and inspection processes.
Provide guidance and training to team members on avionics quality inspection techniques and procedures.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment and adhere to safety regulations and best practices.