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:
Our mission is to redefine how rockets are built and launched. At the Cape launch site, our team handles all aspects of vehicle, payload, pad, and recovery operations. As a Welder on the Launch Team, you'll play a pivotal role in building critical components and systems on the TerranR launch site. Success in this role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced aerospace environment, complete complex projects, and collaborate seamlessly across teams. You should be capable of delivering high-quality work and managing projects with minimal supervision.
- You have 1+ years of professional welding or fabrication experience, with a strong interest in developing your skills as a welder
- You're familiar with basic welding processes and can perform quality welds with appropriate guidance and supervision
- You can read and interpret basic blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions
- You're familiar with preparing materials for welding, including measuring, cutting, grinding, cleaning, and properly positioning components
- You have basic knowledge of weld fit-up, joint preparation, preheating, and proper welding techniques
- You're comfortable using common welding and fabrication tools, including welders, grinders, drills, saws, clamps, levels, measuring tools, and other shop equipment
- You understand the importance of following weld procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards, and you're willing to ask questions when you're unsure
- You're able to safely lift up to 40 lbs. and thrive in an active industrial or fabrication environment where safety, quality, and productivity are critical
- You take ownership of assigned work, maintain a clean and organized work area, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop your welding skills
Nice to haves but not required:
- Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or other common materials
- Previous experience with structural welding, pipe welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly
- Experience reading detailed fabrication drawings, weld maps, or weld procedures
- Welding certifications or previous experience working toward AWS, ASME, or other applicable qualifications
- Previous experience in aerospace, power generation, shipbuilding, manufacturing, construction, or other industrial environments
- Experience working in fast-paced field construction, commissioning, or launch site operations where safety, quality, and execution are critical.
Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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
- 1+ years of professional welding or fabrication experience
- Familiarity with basic welding processes and ability to perform quality welds with guidance and supervision
- Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions
- Experience preparing welding materials by measuring, cutting, grinding, cleaning, and positioning components
- Basic knowledge of weld fit-up, joint preparation, preheating, and welding techniques
- Ability to use common welding and fabrication tools and shop equipment
- Understanding of weld procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards
- Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds and work in an active industrial or fabrication environment
- Ownership of assigned work and commitment to maintaining a clean, organized work area
- Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, or other common materials
- Experience with structural welding, pipe welding, fabrication, or mechanical assembly
- Experience reading detailed fabrication drawings, weld maps, or weld procedures
- Welding certifications or experience working toward AWS, ASME, or applicable qualifications
- Experience in aerospace, power generation, shipbuilding, manufacturing, construction, or other industrial environments
- Experience in field construction, commissioning, or launch site operations
Relativity Space Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — The company lists comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with company‑funded HSA contributions, mental‑health resources, and access to One Medical. These offerings are complemented by an Employee Assistance Program and related wellness support.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is presented as generous and paired with a $10,000 family‑building stipend for fertility, adoption, and related needs. Additional supports include adoption assistance, a return‑to‑work program, and an onsite Mother’s Room.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes 15 PTO days per year, sick‑time accruals, 11 company holidays, and 2 personal‑choice holidays. This structured mix provides predictable time away across vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
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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