Relativity
Weld Technical Specialist II
Long Beach, California, United States. Posted 2 months ago
The role
This person will develop, qualify, and execute flight weld processes for Terran-R. They will work with technician and engineering teams on manual and semi-automated welding, equipment setup, and hardware operations.
What you will do
- Develop, qualify, and execute flight weld processes for Terran-R
- Perform manual and semi-automated GTAW and GMAW welding
- Develop weld parameters for new weld procedure specifications
- Bring new welding equipment online and execute weld operations on development and flight hardware
- Perform manual weld repairs
- Load and unload hardware using overhead cranes or forklifts
- Install structural mechanical piece parts and tooling
- Perform dimensional fitment inspections and visual weld inspections
- Perform precision blending using hand tools
- Identify and resolve issues in the manufacturing process
Required qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in aerospace welding, weld operations, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience with GTAW or laser welding of aluminum, stainless steel, or Inconel materials
- Experience in fabrication, including layout, forming, and assembly of metallic components
- Experience with weld fit-up, weld prep, post-weld blending, repairs, and dimensional inspections
- Ability to lift 25 lbs
- Ability to operate in confined spaces
- Ability to work at elevated heights
Nice to have
- Experience with robotic or semi-automated welding systems
- Experience working with common aerospace materials (Al, Inconel, SS, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of aerospace welding standards and specifications (e.g., AWS D17.1)
- Effective communication skills and team collaboration
- In-depth familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) to interpret blueprints and inspections at all assembly levels
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. They are developing the Terran R vehicle to deliver customer payloads to orbit.