Relativity Space · 1 day ago
Senior Avionics Manufacturing Engineer
Long Beach, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $166K/yr
4+ years expRelativity Space is building rockets to meet the demand for launch capacity and advance science and exploration. The Senior Avionics Manufacturing Engineer will develop manufacturing processes for battery packs and avionics hardware, ensuring production readiness and collaborating with design engineers for manufacturability.
3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop detailed process plans, work instructions, and work orders for the manufacturing of battery packs and associated avionics hardware
Conduct Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRRs) to ensure production readiness and risk mitigation before major builds
Collaborate with design engineers to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback and improve product designs for ease of fabrication and assembly
Support build technicians during manufacturing by troubleshooting issues, resolving non-conformances, and implementing corrective actions
Work with supply chain and quality teams to ensure the procurement and inspection of high-quality avionics components
Analyze process performance and yield data to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain capacity and demand plan models
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
4+ years of experience in manufacturing, process development, or production support for Battery Modules, cells, or avionics
Hands-on experience with battery modules and associated PCBAs
Knowledge relevant standards (IPC, MIL, etc)
Experience with process documentation, such as manufacturing work instructions, process control plans, and test procedures
This role requires a deep understanding of battery technology, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Develop detailed process plans, work instructions, and work orders for the manufacturing of battery packs and associated avionics hardware
Conduct Manufacturing Readiness Reviews (MRRs) to ensure production readiness and risk mitigation before major builds
Collaborate with design engineers to provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback and improve product designs for ease of fabrication and assembly
Support build technicians during manufacturing by troubleshooting issues, resolving non-conformances, and implementing corrective actions
Work with supply chain and quality teams to ensure the procurement and inspection of high-quality avionics components
Analyze process performance and yield data to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Develop and maintain capacity and demand plan models
Preferred
Experience with ramping from R&D or pilot manufacturing to full production
Familiarity with high-reliability electronics manufacturing and environmental testing
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., NX, Zuken, CATIA) for mechanical design and harness routing
Familiarity with PLM and ERP systems for managing work orders and production tracking
Understanding of AS9100 or ISO9001 quality management systems
Experience using data analysis/visualization tools to identify, track, and optimize manufacturing KPIs
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
A generous PTO and sick leave policy
Parental leave
An annual learning and development stipend
And more
Company
Relativity Space
Relativity Space is an aerospace company that designs, develops, and builds 3D printed rockets.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.36BKey Investors
FidelityTiger Global ManagementPlayground Global
2023-11-15Series F· $20M
2022-02-03Secondary Market
2021-06-08Series E· $650M
Leadership Team
Eric Schmidt
Chair and CEO
David Giger
VP of Engineering
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