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Sr Weld Technician, First Shift

Relativity Space


Job Location:

Long Beach, NY - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 34 - 51
Posted: 25 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Relativity Space were building rockets to serve todays needs and tomorrows breakthroughs. OurTerran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit meeting the growing demand for launchcapacity. But thats just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock newopportunities to advance science exploration and innovation pioneering progress that reaches beyondthe known.

Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy ownership and impact exist at every level. Here youre not just executing tasks; youre solving problems that havent been solved before helping develop a rocket a factory and a business from the ground up. Whether youre in propulsion manufacturing software avionics or a corporate function youll 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 were writing together. Nowis a unique moment in time where its early enough to leave your mark on the product the process andthe culture but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The mostmeaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

The Fluids Factory team turns raw metals into intricate fluid subassemblies to distribute fuel oxidizers and compressed gasses throughout Terran Rs various systems. Engineers and technicians work side by side with deep collaboration and real-time feedback to shape how we build better and faster. With growing space launch demand and an ambitious scaling strategy its up to this team to deliver the right fluids products and manufacturing solutions: solving challenges in real time optimizing for scale and constantly improving processes. As the vehicle evolves so will the factory with opportunities to apply automation machine learning and advanced technologies. What we build here sets the blueprint for the future of scaled launch.

This is a 1st shift position with a standard schedule of 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM PT Monday through Friday. 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:

  • Collaborate with the weld development team and engineering team to develop and perform GTAW weld processes which will include: manual and semi-automated welding of aluminum stainless steel and Inconel
  • Prepare tooling and parts by trimming beveling cleaning aligning assembling and tack welding. Load and unload hardware and tooling using overhead cranes or forklifts. Perform dimensional inspections and prepare parts for non-destructive evaluation (NDE). Own your parts from start to finish
  • Identify and resolve issues in the manufacturing process which could include defects in materials equipment malfunctions or inefficiencies in production methods. Work with engineering to implement improvements
  • Work alongside teammates to build a culture of safety precision and right-first-time
  • Foster and inclusive environment for all members of the team
  • Help set up and optimize the production shop floor following 5S principles

About You:

  • 3 years performing GTAW welding in relevant materials such as Stainless Steel Inconel Aluminum and/or Titanium
  • Proficient in material preparation and joint fitting for welding
  • Strong documentation skills and ability to follow work instructions and part drawings
  • Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
  • Comfortable with measuring and cutting tools

Nice to Have; not required:

  • Familiarity with NDE processes such as dye penetrant (PT) radiography (RT) and ultrasonic inspection (UT / PAUT)
  • Clean room experience

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!To see some of the benefits & perks we offer please visit here.

Hiring Range:

$34.42 - $51.63 USD

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 .

Please note: Relativity Space does not accept unsolicited resumes candidate profiles or referrals from recruitment agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited submission - via email our website social media or directly to an employee - will be deemed the property of Relativity Space and no fee will be owed absent a current fully executed agreement with Talent Acquisition that specifically authorizes submissions for the applicable role.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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A rocket company at the core, Relativity Space is on a mission to become the next great commercial launch company.

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