TPS Technician I, First Shift

Manufacture Thermal Protection System (TPS) components and subassemblies for the Terran R vehicle while meeting quality, safety, and production requirements

Perform adhesive bonding operations including surface preparation, adhesive mixing, application, vacuum bagging, and other TPS manufacturing processes

Follow engineering drawings, work instructions, specifications, and manufacturing procedures while completing assigned work with minimal supervision

Safely operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, calibrated equipment, and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software to document production activities

Collaborate with engineers, quality inspectors, and fellow technicians to troubleshoot routine production issues and continuously improve manufacturing processes

Support downstream operations as needed while maintaining Relativity Space's high standards for safety, quality, and shop organization

About You:

High school diploma or GED. 0–1 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, automotive manufacturing, composites, fabrication, assembly, or another related hands-on field

Basic experience using hand tools, power tools, or production equipment in a manufacturing or shop environment

Ability to follow written work instructions, drawings, specifications, and established manufacturing processes

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety, quality, and proper documentation

Ability to communicate effectively with technicians, supervisors, engineers, and quality personnel

Willingness and ability to learn adhesive bonding, surface preparation, adhesive mixing and application, vacuum bagging, and flight-hardware assembly processes

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.

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.

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