Avionics Production Specialist (Battery)

Avionics Production Specialist (battery)Lead the battery production line to deliver flight-ready battery assemblies for Terran RLocation: Long Beach, California, United StatesCompensation: $37 - 51 USD / hourJob Tags: ProductAbout The RoleAt 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 TeamThe Avionics team is responsible for all aspects of the electrical design on the rocket, from electronics, interconnects, associated mechanical design, testing and initial production. This team's scope includes the flight computers, power systems, RF systems, PCB design, autonomous flight safety systems, and telemetry. This team works on complex electrical systems that require modularity and flexibility, and are critical to the successful launch of Terran R, and beyond!About the RoleLead hands‑on execution of battery production operations in support of Terran R avionics development and production hardware during second‑shift operationsSupport assembly, integration, rework, inspection, and testing of flight and development battery hardware while maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety, and configuration controlProvide floor‑level technical leadership during second‑shift operations, supporting technicians, resolving production issues, and helping drive schedule execution with minimal supervisionExecute critical battery manufacturing processes including cell screening, laser cleaning, epoxy potting, wire bonding, electrical integration, and battery pack assembly activities. Interpret engineering drawings, assembly documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures to support accurate and repeatable hardware buildsServe as a technical resource for troubleshooting battery production issues, supporting process improvements, and maintaining flight‑readiness standards across battery manufacturing operationsCollaborate closely with manufacturing engineering, design engineering, quality, environmental health and safety, and production teams to support rapid development cycles and production‑rate buildsMaintain safe handling practices for lithium‑ion cells, energized hardware, hazardous materials, and ESD‑sensitive components within controlled manufacturing environmentsAbout You3+ years of experience in battery manufacturing, electronics manufacturing, aerospace production, or other high‑reliability hardware environmentsHands‑on experience building, integrating, or supporting lithium‑ion battery systems or complex electromechanical assembliesStrong familiarity with critical battery manufacturing processes including cell screening, laser cleaning, epoxy potting, wire bonding, and safe battery handling practicesExperience supporting fast‑paced production environments with the ability to independently prioritize work, troubleshoot issues, and drive execution during off‑shift operationsPrevious leadership experience and proven ability to provide technical guidance, support technicians, and uphold build quality standards within manufacturing environmentsStrong mechanical assembly skills including torque applications, bonding operations, routing, hardware integration, and detailed assembly workAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, assembly documentation, and manufacturing work instructionsExcellent communication skills and attention to detail with the ability to document manufacturing issues clearly and support root cause investigationsNice to haves but not required:Experience supporting aerospace or high‑reliability battery production programsFamiliarity with high‑voltage safety practices, ESD controls, and controlled manufacturing environmentsExperience with MES/ERP systems and digital production tracking workflows. IPC‑A‑610, J‑STD‑001, or related manufacturing certifications (current or expired)Experience supporting NPI, prototype, and production‑rate battery manufacturing operationsAt 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.Hiring Range:$36.80 - $50.60 USDWe 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr