Friction Stir Welding Technician II, Second Shift

2+ years’ experience with friction stir welding

1+ years’ experience with crane and rigging operations

Proficient in the use of common hand tools and inspection tools

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or other team communication tools such as Slack (or equivalent)

Nice to have:

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

Responsible for FSW operations which will include running the equipment, prepping welds for welding, and post weld blending

Responsible for completing standard lift operations or assisting in critical lift operation

Perform precision blending/deburring using a combination of standard power tools or hand tools

Perform in process inspections using hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pi tape

Uphold high Relativity Space standards regarding safety and shop cleanliness

The Stage Manufacturing team turns design into reality, owning the build of Terran R’s primary structures. This isn’t about turning the same bolt every day; it’s about building the systems to build the rocket. Engineers and technicians work side by side, with deep collaboration and real-time feedback, to shape how we build better and faster. With a manifest and a launch date, it’s up to the team to deliver on Terran R: solving challenges in real time, optimizing for scale, and constantly improving processes. As the vehicle evolves, so will the factory, with opportunities to apply automation, machine learning, and advanced technologies. What we build here sets the blueprint for the future of scaled launch.

This is a 2nd shift position with a standard schedule of 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM PT, Monday through Friday. The role includes a 10% shift differential added to the base pay. Please note that this position is structured around a baseline expectation of a 50-hour workweek, which may include occasional overtime as needed to meet operational goals.