Relativity Space
Weld Engineer II
About this role
Relativity Space seeks a Weld Engineer II to develop and optimize fusion welding processes for the Terran R rocket, working across design, manufacturing, and quality teams. You'll own welding accountability for critical stage hardware while providing manufacturing support and driving process improvements in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and optimize fusion welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, OTW, laser) for Terran R components in collaboration with cross-functional teams
- Provide technical support to manufacturing teams, troubleshoot welding issues, and implement rapid solutions for production challenges
- Own weld engineering accountability for stage hardware including transfer tubes, fluid assemblies, grid fins, bellows, and heat shields
- Ensure quality control, documentation, and compliance with AWS, ASME, and other industry specifications
- Implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvements to maintain high-quality welding outputs
- Partner with materials, design, and quality teams to balance performance, reliability, cost, and schedule
What they're looking for
- Fusion welding processes (GTAW, GMAW, OTW, laser welding)
- Industry specifications and standards (AWS, ASME)
- Production manufacturing environment experience
- Materials science and metallurgy knowledge
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting in high-paced settings
- Quality control and process documentation
- Cross-functional collaboration and communication
- Strong ownership mentality and hands-on approach
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Relativity Space
Relativity Space develops the Terran R reusable rocket and is hiring engineers to design, manufacture, and launch it. The company seeks Manufacturing Engineers, Launch Integration Engineers, Vehicle Structures Engineers, and Avionics Hardware Engineers to work on critical flight systems, production processes, and launch operations at Cape Canaveral.
- Website
- relativityspace.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your most complex welding process qualification or failure analysis — what did you learn and how did you apply it?
- How have you balanced welding process optimization against production schedule and cost constraints?