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Relativity Space · 1 day ago

Quality Inspection Supervisor, Production Floor, Second Shift

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$127K/yr - $163K/yr

7+ years exp

Relativity Space is pioneering rocket development to meet the demands of today's launch capacity and future innovations. The Quality Inspection Supervisor will lead a team to ensure 'first-time quality' through oversight of inspections and collaboration with engineering and production teams. This role focuses on embedding quality into the production process and managing a skilled workforce to address manufacturing challenges.

3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day inspection activities for large-scale integrated assemblies, including propulsion components and vehicle structures

Supervise visual, dimensional, and functional inspections during the build, ensuring all hardware meets CAD models and work order requirements

Oversee the documentation of deviations through NCs (Non-Conformance) and drive root cause analysis (RCCA) to prevent recurrence on the line

Lead final assembly walkdowns and critical 'closeout' photo documentation; oversee FOD (Foreign Object Debris) inspections using borescopes in assembly cavities

Manage a team of 10–20 inspectors, handling timecards, certifications, training, and performance coaching to maintain a highly skilled, flexible workforce

Partner with Production Supervisors and Manufacturing Engineers to unblock the line and resolve complex assembly-level quality issues

Qualification

Quality inspection experiencePrecision hand toolsGD&T knowledgeLeadership experienceMaterial Review BoardDigital factory toolsLean ManufacturingSix Sigma certificationCoaching skillsTechnical guidanceTeam management

Required

7+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments, including 2+ years in a leadership or lead role

Prior experience of managing, mentoring, and developing inspectors or technicians, including coaching on technical skills and quality expectations

Expert proficiency with precision hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and bore gages, along with standard shop-floor inspection techniques

Advanced experience with managing Material Review Board (MRB) processes

Strong knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) with the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and navigate CAD models (Siemens NX preferred)

Ability to support a 50-hour baseline workweek with flexibility for overtime to meet launch milestones, along with the ability to stand for extended periods on the production floor, climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 25 lbs