TPS Technician I, First Shift

The role

This person will manufacture Thermal Protection System (TPS) components and subassemblies for the Terran R vehicle. They will perform adhesive bonding operations and follow engineering drawings and work instructions.

What you will do

• Manufacture Thermal Protection System (TPS) components and subassemblies for the Terran R vehicle
• Perform adhesive bonding operations including surface preparation, adhesive mixing, application, and vacuum bagging
• Follow engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and manufacturing procedures
• Safely operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, calibrated equipment, and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software
• Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, and fellow technicians to troubleshoot routine production issues
• Support downstream operations as needed

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 0–1 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, automotive manufacturing, composites, fabrication, assembly, or another related hands-on field
• Basic experience using hand tools, power tools, or production equipment in a manufacturing or shop environment
• Ability to follow written work instructions, drawings, specifications, and established manufacturing processes
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety, quality, and proper documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, supervisors, engineers, and quality personnel
• Willingness and ability to learn adhesive bonding, surface preparation, adhesive mixing and application, vacuum bagging, and flight-hardware assembly processes

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend

About the company

Relativity Space is building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. The Manufacturing team owns process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for the Terran R reusable rocket.