Vehicle Technician I

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

3h•$26 - $38

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a Vehicle Technician I for its Stage Manufacturing team, which builds Terran R’s primary structures. The role supports production of the vehicle’s composite overwrapped pressure vessels (COPVs), including cutting and kitting, composite lay-up, filament winding, cure, and testing. Technicians work alongside engineers and other technicians to build and improve manufacturing processes as the vehicle and factory evolve. The technician prepares composite materials, film adhesives, resins, and adhesives using Gerber cutting systems and dispensing equipment, and assists with machine setup, filament winding, hydrostatic testing, and final rework. The position also involves material handling, accurate production documentation, and maintaining a clean and safe work area while following work instructions, process specifications, and quality and safety requirements.

Requirements

At least 1 year of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
Ability to follow written work instructions and process specifications and read basic engineering drawings.
Comfort using hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers.
Ability to perform physical, hands-on work, including lifting and standing for extended periods while wearing required PPE.
Dependable and adaptable team player with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and clear communication.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace composites or COPV manufacturing, including filament winding, lay-up, or Gerber cutting.
Forklift (powered industrial truck), overhead crane, and aerial platform certifications.
Experience with hydrostatic or pressure testing, or weld blending and finishing.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, for documentation and inventory tracking.

Responsibilities

Support COPV production for Terran R across cutting and kitting, composite lay-up, filament winding, cure, and test operations.
Prepare composite materials, film adhesives, resins, and adhesives using Gerber cutting systems and dispensing equipment according to process specifications.
Assist technicians with machine setup, filament winding operations, hydrostatic testing at ambient and cryogenic conditions, and final rework.
Perform weld blending, etching, and rework in coordination with NDE and Quality to meet acceptance requirements.
Move and stage materials, tooling, and hardware using forklifts, overhead cranes, and aerial platforms.
Keep inventory organized and the work area clean and safe.
Follow work instructions and travelers, document work accurately, and flag quality or safety issues to leads and engineering.