Senior Weld Technician

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

6d•$34 - $52

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a Senior Weld Technician to support development and flight hardware for its Terran R launch vehicle. The role is part of the Materials and NDE team, which develops, characterizes, and inspects materials and processes across the vehicle, including welding, additive manufacturing, and advanced composites. The technician will set up and perform laser and manual GTAW welding, prepare and inspect parts, support robotic weld operations, and work with Weld Engineers to develop weld parameters and troubleshoot equipment and defects. The position also involves documenting weld data, following laser safety requirements and company standards, and contributing to an inclusive team environment.

Requirements

At least 6 years of hands-on laser or GTAW welding experience, whether manual, semi-automated, or automated; aerospace experience is preferred.
Familiarity with welding and fabrication of common aerospace alloys, including aluminum, stainless steel, and nickel alloys.
Ability to read blueprints and GD&T callouts.
Ability to inspect parts and assemblies at every assembly level.
Ability to lift 25 pounds and work in confined spaces; reasonable accommodations will be made.

Nice To Haves

Current or past welding experience to AWS D17.1 or an equivalent aerospace standard.
Working knowledge of NDE methods and acceptance criteria, such as visual, penetrant, and radiographic inspection.
Experience bringing new weld equipment, tooling, or processes onto the shop floor.
Self-starter who communicates clearly, adapts quickly, and works well independently in a fast-paced environment.
KUKA or FANUC cobot experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and run laser and manual GTAW welds on Terran R development and flight hardware.
Fit up, fixture, tack, prepare, and clean parts.
Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, and torque wrenches.
Program and touch up robot paths, align laser optics, and maintain weld cells.
Run test welds with Weld Engineers to develop parameters.
Troubleshoot equipment and weld defects.
Record weld data in travelers and follow laser safety rules and Relativity Space standards.
Help maintain an inclusive team environment.