Propulsion Technician II, Valves
About The Team
The engine manufacturing department's mission is to produce high-performing products and manufacturing systems by continuously innovating on cost, quality, and lead time. Through cross-functional collaboration, high levels of accountability, and a focus on safety, we support the Terran R program. We are responsible for providing design feedback on new hardware iterations, developing new manufacturing methods and systems, and ultimately building engine and vehicle hardware for testing prior to our first launch.
This is a first-shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.
About The Role
As a Propulsion Technician, you will be on the front line of the assembly and testing of the Aeon-R engine components, sub-assemblies and engines. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of an experienced technical team and build the skills necessary to create and refine robust component and engine building processes. This role will be focused on supporting several in-house processes and support resources such as precision cleaning, hydrostatic proof testing, flow testing, component assembly and test, and engine assembly.
Requirements
- Experience working on engines, with a primary focus on engine components.
- Familiarity with architecture of a Gas Generator cycle engine and all associated nomenclature.
- Experience with high pressure fluid system development and testing such as hydrostatic proof, pneumatic leak check, and flow testing.
- Familiarity with electrical and mechanical system integration.
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, and engineering drawings.
- Strong technical and interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves But Not Required
- Familiarity with 5S manufacturing principles.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Experience transitioning from development into high-volume production.
Benefits
At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more!
Hiring Range
$27.20—$40.80 USD
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 accommodations@relativityspace.com.