Senior Structures Technician, Second Shift

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA
•$33 - $50

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a Senior Structures Technician for its Manufacturing team, which develops processes, fabrication strategies, and production equipment for the Terran R reusable rocket. The role supports flight-hardware production through precision drilling, structural assembly, inspection, and finishing work. The technician will follow appropriate safety and shop-cleanliness standards and help foster an inclusive team environment. This is a second-shift role scheduled Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PT. The schedule is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week. Employees receive a 10% shift differential in addition to base pay.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of precision drilling, structural assembly, or integration experience in an aerospace field.
  • Proficiency with common hand tools and inspection tools, including Mahr gauges.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or team communication tools such as Slack or equivalent.
  • Experience reading drawings or blueprints.

Nice To Haves

  • A&P certification.
  • Experience with composite parts.

Responsibilities

  • Drill precision holes in flight hardware, selecting appropriate drill motors and drill sizes and using suitable tooling, jigs, or egg cups.
  • Assemble hardware using structural adhesives, properly torquing fasteners, installing inserts, and installing Hiloks.
  • Perform in-process inspections using hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges.
  • Perform blending or deburring operations with appropriate hand or power tools, then protect hardware with alodine or sealant.
  • Uphold Relativity Space standards for safety and shop cleanliness.
  • Foster an inclusive environment for all team members.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy.
  • Parental leave.
  • Annual learning and development stipend.
  • 10% shift differential.
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