At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.
Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll 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 we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.
About the Team:
The Powder Bed Fusion manufacturing team develops, creates, and operates the most advanced additive manufacturing technologies in the world. This best-in-class team makes sure that the infrastructure, materials, tools, and equipment are in place for us to rapidly iterate and print. The Powder-Based manufacturing team was crucial to manufacturing Aeon-1 for first launch and now are developing and demonstrating groundbreaking technologies, design, and approaches for Aeon-R!
About the Role:
This is a second-shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week. In addition to base pay, employees receive a 10% shift differential.
- Operate De-powdering Machinery, Wire EDM’s, and Vacuum Heat-Treating Furnaces
- Deburr, Remove Supports, and Surface Prep PBF Printed Hardware
- Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, defects, surface quality, and perform necessary rework
- Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of work performed
- Collaborate with Engineering and Team to develop and implement new post processing operations
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines ensuring a safe work environment
About You:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ Years Experience in PBF Post-Processing or other Additive Manufacturing technologies
- Proficient in operating post-processing equipment such as De-powdering Machinery, Wire EDM’s, Vacuum Heat-Treating Furnaces, and a solid understanding in various post-processing techniques
- Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently produce high-quality parts. Experienced in inspecting PBF Parts for defections and dimensional accuracy
- Ability to interpret technical documents and maintain accurate records
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues related to post-processing
Nice to haves but not required:
- 3+ years working as a Powder Bed Fusion Technician
- 2 Year Associate Science in Advanced Manufacturing Technology (or equivalent)
- Certification in Wire EDM and/or Vacuum Heat-Treating applications
- Experience in Esprit Cam Software or Programming Wire EDM’s
Highlighted Benefits:
- 100% health care coverage on your first day
- Quarterly wellness stipend to use on health and wellness
- Partnership with Modern Health with access to 8 therapy & coaching sessions and mental health resources
- Discounts on gym memberships, travel and entertainment through PerkSpot
- Unlimited onsite snacks
- Free lunch on Mondays and Fridays
- Annual learning and development stipend
- PPE Stipend
- Pet Insurance through Fetch
- Company Paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability
- Up to 12 weeks salary continuation for paid pregnancy disability leave
- 8 Weeks company paid parental leave
- Access to One Medical
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 [email protected].
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- 2+ years of experience in Powder Bed Fusion post-processing or other additive manufacturing technologies
- Proficiency operating de-powdering machinery, Wire EDMs, and vacuum heat-treating furnaces
- Understanding of various additive manufacturing post-processing techniques
- Ability to inspect Powder Bed Fusion parts for defects and dimensional accuracy
- Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently produce high-quality parts
- Ability to interpret technical documents and maintain accurate records
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills related to post-processing
- 3+ years of experience working as a Powder Bed Fusion Technician
- Associate of Science degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology or equivalent
- Certification in Wire EDM and/or vacuum heat-treating applications
- Experience with Esprit CAM software or programming Wire EDMs
Relativity Space Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is presented as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, company-funded HSA contributions, mental-health resources, and access to One Medical. Some plan options are described as nearly no-cost with low out-of-pocket expenses.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies include paid parental leave and a $10,000 stipend for fertility, adoption, and other family-building needs. This combination positions family support as a standout element of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offerings include a wellness stipend, gym discounts, an Employee Assistance Program, complimentary meals/snacks, company events, and an annual learning stipend. These perks add day-to-day value beyond base pay.
Relativity Space Insights
What We Do
Relativity Space is on a mission to better connect humanity to space and the universe beyond our planet. Our medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket, Terran R, will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.
Why Work With Us
Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up.
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