Welder I

About the Team

Our mission is to redefine how rockets are built and launched. At the Cape launch site, our team handles all aspects of vehicle, payload, pad, and recovery operations. As a Welder on the Launch Team, you'll play a pivotal role in building critical components and systems on the Terran R launch site. Success in this role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced aerospace environment, complete complex projects, and collaborate seamlessly across teams. You should be capable of delivering high-quality work and managing projects with minimal supervision.

About the Role

As a Welder on the Launch Team, you will be responsible for fabricating, fitting, and welding critical piping systems that support the Terran R launch site, including process piping, utility systems, and other ground support infrastructure. You will work closely with engineering, fabrication, and construction teams to ensure piping systems are installed safely, accurately, and to the highest quality standards. Attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality welds in both shop and field environments will be essential to building reliable systems that support launch operations.

Requirements

• 1+ years of professional welding or fabrication experience, with a strong interest in developing your skills as a welder
• Familiarity with basic welding processes and ability to perform quality welds with appropriate guidance and supervision
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions
• Familiarity with preparing materials for welding, including measuring, cutting, grinding, cleaning, and properly positioning components
• Basic knowledge of weld fit-up, joint preparation, preheating, and proper welding techniques
• Comfort using common welding and fabrication tools, including welders, grinders, drills, saws, clamps, levels, measuring tools, and other shop equipment
• Understanding of the importance of following weld procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards, and willingness to ask questions when unsure
• Ability to safely lift up to 40 lbs. and thrive in an active industrial or fabrication environment where safety, quality, and productivity are critical
• Ability to take ownership of assigned work, maintain a clean and organized work area, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop welding skills
• Must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida

Nice to Haves

• Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or other common materials
• Previous experience with structural welding, pipe welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly
• Experience reading detailed fabrication drawings, weld maps, or weld procedures
• Welding certifications or previous experience working toward AWS, ASME, or other applicable qualifications
• Previous experience in aerospace, power generation, shipbuilding, manufacturing, construction, or other industrial environments
• Experience working in fast-paced field construction, commissioning, or launch site operations where safety, quality, and execution are critical

Benefits

Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more. See some of the benefits & perks we offer.

Pay

Hiring range: $22.80—$34.20 USD