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Relativity Space

Develops 3D-printed reusable rockets for launches

Lead Avionics PCBA Technician

Product AssemblyUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeLong Beach, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of experience in electronics assembly, printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) rework, or repair of high-reliability hardware.
  • Experience leading technicians, coordinating daily work assignments, and communicating priorities and production status.
  • Proficiency in precision soldering, component removal and replacement, jumper installation, trace modification, and conformal coating rework.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, work instructions, and technical dispositions.
  • Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001 workmanship requirements, electrostatic discharge (ESD) controls, and safe handling of sensitive electronic assemblies.
  • Ability to coach technicians, reinforce quality expectations, and coordinate with Engineering and Quality to resolve production issues.

Responsibilities

  • Perform precision rework, repair, and modification of avionics printed circuit board assemblies supporting Terran R.
  • Remove and replace electronic components, install jumper wires, and modify circuit traces in accordance with approved work instructions and engineering dispositions.
  • Perform conformal coating removal and touch-up while protecting sensitive components and surrounding circuitry.
  • Partner with Engineering and Quality to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, implement design changes, and resolve nonconformances.
  • Maintain accurate production records and follow ESD controls, material handling requirements, and applicable workmanship standards.
  • Support continuous improvement by providing feedback on rework methods, tooling, and work instructions to improve quality and efficiency.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience supporting aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability electronics manufacturing.
  • Current or previous IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, or IPC-7711/7721 certification.
  • Experience with surface-mount technology (SMT) equipment or processes, or transitioning assemblies from rework into production.

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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