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Relativity Space

Develops 3D-printed reusable rockets for launches

Quality Specialist 2

Inspection & Test +1Updated on Nov 14
Full-timeLong Beach, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in metrology inspection or quality-focused manufacturing roles within structured production environments.
  • Hands-on experience working under AS9100, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or comparable Quality Management Systems.
  • Proficiency with calibrated metrology equipment, including calipers, micrometers, coordinate measuring machines (CMM), Faro arms, optical measuring machines (OMM), and related precision measurement tools.
  • Technical interpretation skills, including GD&T (ASME Y14.5), engineering drawings, wire diagrams, work instructions, and CAD models.
  • Experience in investigative and validation activities using X-ray inspection, digital characterization tools, material certifications, and assembly-level testing to analyze and communicate inspection results.
  • Eligibility to access export-controlled data through U.S. Person status.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the site material review board (MRB) process, including inspecting non-conforming parts, supporting root-cause analysis, executing dispositions, coordinating internal rework, entering accurate data, and managing vendor return merchandise authorizations (RMAs) with Warehouse and Buyers.
  • Manage quality containment activities for non-conforming material, tooling, and inspection equipment to protect production capacity and minimize operational impact.
  • Develop and implement inspection plans for incoming, in-process, and final inspection in alignment with Product Quality Engineering requirements.
  • Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and engineering teams to standardize inspections and resolve recurring non-conformances.
  • Support containment activities, calibration tracking, and management of floor inspection tools.
  • Review process plans and provide feedback to optimize Quality.
  • Drive quality systems and continuous-improvement initiatives, including policy and procedure development, productivity enhancements, and quality performance improvements.
  • Support quality infrastructure and compliance through calibration management, internal audits, and analysis of traceability data to identify trends and mitigate quality risks.

Desired Qualifications

  • A technical or associate’s degree in Quality, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering; ASQ CQE/CQIA certification; or IPC-A-610 or IPC-A-620 certification.
  • Experience inspecting electrical and electronic assemblies, including power supplies, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and wire harnesses, in regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Proficiency with manufacturing and quality systems such as Jira, MES, ERP, Teamcenter, and CAD, and knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TQM, TPS, and LRIP production environments.
  • Experience auditing high-stakes manufacturing processes and communicating effectively across cross-functional teams.

About the Company

Relativity Space

Develops 3D-printed reusable rockets for launches

Relativity Space designs and launches rockets that are largely built with 3D-printed parts. Its core product line includes the Terran R, a medium-to-heavy lift rocket designed to be reusable and capable of delivering payloads to LEO and GTO. The company works by using advanced additive manufacturing to print most rocket structures and components in-house, reducing parts, complexity, and production time, and then offers launch services to customers who want to put satellites or other payloads into space. Unlike many peers, Relativity Space relies on a predominantly 3D-printed, vertically integrated approach with its own proprietary designs and manufacturing processes, aiming to streamline production and cut costs. The goal is to make access to space cheaper and more reliable by building a scalable, in-house manufacturing platform and a reusable rocket fleet that can deploy payloads on demand.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Growth Equity (Venture Capital)
Total funding
$2.2B
Headquarters
Long Beach, CA
Founded
2016

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