Structures Technician II, Second Shift

Structures Technician II, Second Shift Long Beach, CA Job Details $27.20 - $37.40 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Composite materials Fabrication Mechanical assembly Inspection tools Safety standards in production Slack Airframe & Powerplant License Mid-level Communication platforms 3 years Dimensional measurements Precision measurement in machining Blueprint reading Power tools Productivity software Manufacturing Cross-functional collaboration Hand tools Cross-functional communication Full Job Description At Relativity Space, we're building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that's just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven't been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you'll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we're writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it's early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us. About the

Team:

The Manufacturing team owns all process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for Terran R, our next generation, reusable rocket. This team has a wide variety of responsibilities - from factory floor layout, to developing complex tooling for novel processes, and interfacing with our vehicle engineering team to heavily influence design of the rocket. We leverage our deep expertise to translate engineering requirements into highly optimized production lines, working cross functionally to consistently enhance the vehicle program. This is a 2nd shift position with a standard schedule of 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM PT, Monday through Friday. The role includes a 10% shift differential added to the base pay. Please note that this position is structured around a baseline expectation of a 50-hour workweek, which may include occasional overtime as needed to meet operational goals. About the

Role:

Responsible for drilling precision holes, including choosing the right drill motors and drill sizes, on flight hardware using appropriate tooling/jigs or egg cups Responsible for assembling hardware using structural adhesives, properly torquing fasteners, installing inserts, or installing hiloks Perform in process inspections using hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pin gauges Perform blending or deburr operations using appropriate hand or power tools and then protecting hardware with alodine/sealant Uphold high Relativity Space standards regarding safety and shop cleanliness Foster and inclusive environment for all members of the team

About You:

3+ years of precision drilling experience, structural assembly, or integration in an aerospace field Proficient in the use of common hand tools and inspection tools including mahr gauges Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or other team communication tools such as Slack (or equivalent) Nice to haves but not required: A&P certified Experience with composite parts Experience with reading drawing or blueprints We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at .