Supervisor, Laser Specialists

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

5d•$116,000 - $174,000

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a Supervisor, Laser Specialists for its Manufacturing team, which owns process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for the Terran R reusable rocket. The Supervisor will lead and develop a team of laser specialists carrying out large-scale tooling projects and precision inspections to support Terran R vehicle production. The role manages the strategic development and daily execution of laser tracking operations, critical hardware installations, and inspection processes across company sites. The Supervisor is accountable for team performance, safety, and asset readiness, and for translating engineering intent into reliable shop-floor execution. The role includes providing technical direction, training, career development, and performance coaching; planning and prioritizing laser tracking and dimensional inspection work against changing program schedules; and serving as a subject matter expert on laser tracking, Verisurf software, and dimensional inspection strategies, including reporting and analysis. The Supervisor collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, Design, Procurement, and Quality, supports new product development, and manages preventive maintenance, calibration, and certification of tracking assets. Team operations also include software-license distribution, tracker scheduling, remote site support, and coordination across facilities. The hiring range is $116,000–$174,000 USD. Relativity Space also offers competitive salary and equity, PTO and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
10+ years of experience in toolmaking, laser tracking, or aerospace manufacturing.
3+ years of leadership experience directly overseeing a team.
Advanced proficiency in Verisurf inspection software, including model manipulation, feature reporting, and alignment strategies.
Deep experience with Leica, Faro, and API laser trackers, as well as supporting hardware such as arms and probes.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to lead teams, coach performance, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the aerospace hardware lifecycle, from prototype to flight production.
Experience building teams from the ground up, including hiring, onboarding, and mentorship.
Familiarity with AS9100 standards and their application to asset and inspection management.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and develop a team of laser tracker technicians by providing daily technical direction, training, career development, and performance coaching while ensuring adherence to company guidelines.
Plan and execute laser tracking and dimensional inspection work, setting and maintaining team priorities against evolving program schedules to deliver hardware on time, in specification, and aligned with program needs.
Serve as the subject matter expert on laser tracking, Verisurf software, and dimensional inspection strategies, including data reporting and analysis.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Design, Procurement, and Quality, and support new product development so tooling and inspection strategies scale with Terran R’s long-term goals.
Manage preventative maintenance, calibration, and certification for laser tracking assets, including Leica, Faro, and API trackers, arms, and probes, while enforcing safety guidelines.
Manage team operations, including Verisurf license distribution, tracker scheduling, remote site support, and coordination across facilities.