Quality Inspector, Relativity Space

Avionics

Salary not provided

$33.15—$52.80 USD + Equity

Expert level
Los Angeles

Office located in Long Beach, CA

Relativity Space

Aerospace manufacturer of 3D printed rockets

Open for applications

Relativity Space

Aerospace manufacturer of 3D printed rockets

501-1000 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingDeep TechAerospace

Open for applications

Salary not provided

$33.15—$52.80 USD + Equity

Expert level
Los Angeles

Office located in Long Beach, CA

501-1000 employees

B2BArtificial IntelligenceManufacturingDeep TechAerospace

Company mission

To upgrade humanity’s industrial base on Earth and on Mars.

Role

Who you are

  • Minimum 10+ years of experience building and/or testing hardware in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a quality function
  • Proficient in inspecting solder joints, crimping, conformal coating, staking, and surface-mounted devices in accordance with NASA 8739 and/or IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610 standards
  • Skilled in wire harness assembly and inspection following NASA-STD-8739.3 and 8739.4 and/or IPC-A-620 standards
  • Experienced in conducting electronic testing and inspection using portable measuring devices
  • Extensive experience interfacing with design engineering, manufacturing, and production personnel
  • In-depth knowledge of configuration management, manufacturing methods, and process quality controls
  • Experience developing a new or evolving quality management system (QMS) in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of avionics systems, components, and installations is essential, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and specifications
  • Excellent communication skills are essential for interacting with team members, engineers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders. This includes the ability to write clear and concise reports and documentation
  • A high level of attention to detail is crucial for conducting thorough inspections and ensuring compliance with quality standards and regulations
  • Knowledgeable with AS9100 quality management systems
  • Experience in Material Review Board (MRB) processes, including identifying, documenting, and transporting non-conforming hardware in accordance with regulatory requirements and organizational procedures

Desirable

  • Well-versed in process development and first-time quality efforts
  • Highly organized and able to provide structure and direction to the previously undefined
  • Self-aware and able to influence others outside of your organization
  • Experience leading projects or teams, even if not in a leadership role. Demonstrate the ability to take initiative and drive quality improvement efforts

What the job involves

  • The Quality team supports all areas of production of Relativity’s hardware and defines the processes to do so.
  • We work closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, test and launch counterparts to ensure the quality of our products.
  • We help lay the foundation for all processes within the product lifecycle – design, buy, build, test, and launch.
  • This is a unique opportunity to join a growing Quality organization and help lead the front on producing the industry’s highest quality 3D-printed parts and launch vehicle
  • Perform inspections and quality assurance checks on avionics systems, components, and installations to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and other documentation to verify proper installation and operation of avionics equipment
  • Conduct functional tests and troubleshooting of avionics systems to identify and resolve issues related to performance, functionality, or safety
  • Maintain detailed inspection records and documentation to track the status and history of avionics components and systems
  • Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other team members to address quality issues and implement corrective actions
  • Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to avionics quality assurance and inspection processes
  • Participate in audits and inspections by regulatory agencies or customers to demonstrate compliance with quality standards and requirements
  • Provide guidance and training to other team members on avionics quality inspection techniques and procedures
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of quality initiatives within the organization
  • Maintain a safe and organized work environment, always adhering to safety regulations and best practices

Our take

Relativity Space has set out to build humanity’s multiplanetary future with its innovative 3D printed rockets. The company is at the forefront of software-defined manufacturing, combining 3D printing, AI, and autonomous robotics to create the “factory of the future.” By utilizing 3D printing, Relativity has simplified its supply chain, building rockets in less than 60 days that require 100x fewer parts.

The company has completed its flagship Terran 1 rocket and has begun its initial round of test flights. While the first launches technically failed, as the rocket failed to reach orbit, the attempt is still classified as a resounding success as the rocket managed the highest stress state inflicted on the rocket, Max-Q. The company is set to test the Terran 1 rocket again, before moving on to its Terran R rocket. While the company faces competition against SpaceX, Relativity Space’s cheaper and accelerated building process is well set to be a fierce competitor.

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Insights

Top investors

Few candidates hear
back within 2 weeks

9% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)

Nov 2023

$20m

SERIES F

Jun 2021

$650m

SERIES E

Total funding: $1.4bn

Company benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Additional stipend for employee wellness
  • 401(k)
  • Equity
  • 11 company holidays & generous PTO
  • Monthly lunches, game nights, holiday celebrations, and offsite events
  • Generous parental leave and provide a $10,000 stipend for fertility, adoption, and other family-building benefits
  • $2,000 annual learning stipend
  • Constant training opportunities, company Lunch and Learns, and access to industry conferences

Company values

  • AUDACITY - Challenge convention in pursuit of an expansive future
  • RELENTLESSNESS - Focus on achieving intentionally meaningful results
  • WONDER - Approach the world with awe and a deep desire to create
  • HUMANITY - Expand possibilities for the human experience in this world – and beyond

Company HQ

Long Beach, CA

Leadership

Tim Ellis

(Co-Founder & CEO)

They are part of the National Space Council Users Advisory Group for The White House. Held a variety of positions at BLUE ORIGIN before Relativity Space was accepted into the YC W16 batch.

Jordan Noone

(Co-Founder)

Former CTO of the company. Co-founder and current Executive Chairman at KittyCAD, and Co-Founder & General Partner at Embedded Ventures.

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