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Relativity Space · 16 hours ago

Propulsion Components Test Specialist III

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$48.25/hr - $61.60/hr

5+ years exp

Relativity Space is building rockets to meet today's launch capacity demands and advance future breakthroughs. The role involves building and commissioning test assets, optimizing test procedures, and ensuring safety in a fast-paced test environment while collaborating with engineering teams.

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Responsibilities

Build & Commission new test assets and systems - incorporating fluid, mechanical, and electrical components – to unlock new capabilities or enhance existing ones

Author & Optimize test sequences, procedures, and operational processes to support first-article development and transition into high-volume production

Identify & Mitigate hazards in a fast-paced test environment to ensure the safety of all personnel

Mentor & Train production technicians on test equipment operation and best practices

Plan & Execute test campaigns in collaboration with Engineering to achieve Development, Qualification, and Acceptance test objectives

Qualification

Test ProceduresFluid-Mechanical SystemsSafety StandardsTest AutomationData AcquisitionRocket Engine ComponentsBasic Office SoftwarePlanningExecutionMentoring

Required

High School Diploma or GED

5+ years of relevant technical experience, including (but not limited to): Authoring & Executing Test Procedures, Building Complex Fluid-Mechanical Systems, Operating hazardous equipment with multiple sources of energy

Proficiency with Basic Office Software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Slack)

Demonstrated knowledge of safety standards, common test hazards, and appropriate mitigations

Desire to teach and mentor less experienced team members

Ability to precisely plan an activity, then execute according to that plan with minimal changes

Preferred

Associates Degree or Trade Certifications in pertinent disciplines: e.g., Aviation/Automotive Mechanic

Familiarity with Industry Test Standards: e.g., SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-1540D, & MIL-STD-810G

In-depth knowledge and experience with test automation, data acquisition, and control systems

Knowledge of rocket engine components such as pumps, valves, regulators, check valves, as well as electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic valves, actuators, and other fluid system components

Desire to work hands-on, as part of a team, in both the development and production phases of a product lifecycle