Propulsion Test Technician IV
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<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our&nbsp;Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch&nbsp;capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new&nbsp;opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond&nbsp;the known.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">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 </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now&nbsp;is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and&nbsp;the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most&nbsp;meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.</span></p></div><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">About the Team:&nbsp;</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Stennis Test team designs, builds, and operates Relativity’s propulsion and stage test stands. Team members are hands-on with large-scale, complex systems including fully integrated engines and stage assemblies, pushing hardware to the limits and directly contributing to flight readiness. The work is fast-paced and highly operational, ideal for those with backgrounds in aviation, automotive, manufacturing, offshore operations, industrial systems, construction, or adjacent industries. You’ll work in a close-knit, dynamic environment where collaboration between technicians, operators, and engineers is not only encouraged, but expected. As the company scales, the Stennis Test team becomes even more critical to unlocking our next phase of growth: proving out full-stage systems and paving the way for routine, reliable flights of Terran R.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">About the Role:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="7567" data-end="7915"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As a <strong data-start="7572" data-end="7605">Propulsion Test Technician IV</strong>, you will lead highly complex technical work supporting propulsion test facilities and engine testing operations. This role serves as a technical resource for challenging maintenance, troubleshooting, and system integration activities while supporting continuous improvement of test operations and facilities.</span></p>
<h3 data-section-id="t2pyjw" data-start="7917" data-end="7937"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Responsibilities</span></h3>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="51nlkg" data-start="7939" data-end="8074"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities involving propulsion test systems and facility infrastructure.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="1nda2vy" data-start="8075" data-end="8173"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Resolve complex system issues involving mechanical, fluid, instrumentation, and control systems.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="1jz2xkd" data-start="8174" data-end="8263"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate technical execution of major facility modifications and test stand upgrades.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="5zte0q" data-start="8264" data-end="8348"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support planning, commissioning, and operational readiness of new test facilities.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="xvfjmm" data-start="8349" data-end="8444"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop and improve maintenance procedures, work instructions, and operational documentation.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="x8ehj7" data-start="8445" data-end="8540"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate with engineering teams to support system improvements and failure investigations.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="hxi2j2" data-start="8541" data-end="8625"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide technical guidance for complex maintenance and troubleshooting activities.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="8bhrud" data-start="8626" data-end="8729"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recommend improvements that enhance safety, reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="1x8db7h" data-start="8730" data-end="8817"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support evaluation of equipment performance and implementation of corrective actions.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="mql88r" data-start="8818" data-end="8853"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Perform other duties as assigned.</span></li>
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<h3 class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-section-id="ewa2rj" data-start="1761" data-end="1786"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Physical Requirements</span></h3>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="elpaoc" data-start="1788" data-end="1827"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lift a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="kes2cg" data-start="1828" data-end="1857"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Stand for extended periods.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="g7f9ur" data-start="1858" data-end="1908"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Stoop, bend, crawl, and work in confined spaces.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="ysi1lk" data-start="1909" data-end="1963"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work occasional night shifts and travel as required.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">About You:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none">&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></span></p>
<p class="PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer" data-start="8918" data-end="9071"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting complex propulsion testing, industrial maintenance, instrumentation, controls, mechanical systems, or related technical operations.</span></p>
<p data-start="9073" data-end="9084"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to:</span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="1jjclrj" data-start="9086" data-end="9144"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead complex troubleshooting and maintenance activities.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="1ecq9rt" data-start="9145" data-end="9211"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Evaluate equipment performance and recommend corrective actions.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="w5an6b" data-start="9212" data-end="9280"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop or improve technical procedures and maintenance practices.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="tzsmta" data-start="9281" data-end="9343"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Coordinate technical activities across multiple work groups.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="3z04o" data-start="9344" data-end="9434"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Communicate technical information with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.</span></li>
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<h3 data-section-id="1k6kplt" data-start="9436" data-end="9456"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mechanical Focus</span></h3>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="i41w34" data-start="9458" data-end="9584"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex propulsion fluid systems and mechanical equipment.</span></li>
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<h3 data-section-id="h0a5s2" data-start="9586" data-end="9611"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Instrumentation Focus</span></h3>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="jooqm3" data-start="9613" data-end="9767"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with installation, troubleshooting, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition systems, and control hardware.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Nice to haves but not required: </span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}">&nbsp;</span></span></p>
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<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="1g936vs" data-start="9799" data-end="9887"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting new facility commissioning or major system integration projects.</span></li>
<li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-section-id="aqv1t5" data-start="9888" data-end="9973"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives involving test operations.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>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 Stennis, Mississippi.</strong></span></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 14px;">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.</span><br><br><span style="font-size: 14px;">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!&nbsp;To see some of the benefits &amp; perks we offer, please visit <a href="https://px.sequoia.com/relativityspace">here.</a></span></p></div><div class="title">Hiring Range:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$40.40</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$55.55 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>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.</strong></span></p>
<p><em><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at <a href="mailto:accommodations@relativityspace.com">accommodations@relativityspace.com</a>.</strong></span></em></p>
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