Senior Weld Technician

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

About The Position

The Senior Weld Technician will set up and run laser and manual gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) operations on Terran R development and flight hardware. The role includes preparing, fitting, fixturing, tacking, and cleaning parts; inspecting components; and supporting weld-cell operations. The technician will work with Weld Engineers on test welds and parameter development, troubleshoot equipment and weld defects, and help maintain reliable manufacturing processes. The position also involves documenting weld data, following laser-safety rules and company standards, and contributing to an inclusive team.

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 fabricating common aerospace alloys, including aluminum, stainless steel, and nickel alloys.
Ability to read blueprints and GD&T callouts and 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 welding 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 welding 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.