Lead PCBA Technician

At Relativity Space were building rockets to serve todays needs and tomorrows breakthroughs. OurTerran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit meeting the growing demand for launchcapacity. But thats just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock newopportunities to advance science exploration and innovation pioneering progress that reaches beyondthe known.

Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy ownership and impact exist at every level. Here youre not just executing tasks; youre solving problems that havent been solved before helping develop a rocket a factory and a business from the ground up. Whether youre in propulsion manufacturing software avionics or a corporate function youll 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 were writing together. Nowis a unique moment in time where its early enough to leave your mark on the product the process andthe culture but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The mostmeaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

The Avionics team is responsible for the full lifecycle of Terran Rs nervous system designing building testing installing and operating the hardware that connects and controls every major electrical system on the vehicle and ground. The teams structure intentionally combines avionics design manufacturing and test to enable rapid iteration and feedback loops. Engineers are deeply embedded into other functions within Relativity working closely with propulsion GNC fluids and stage engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and operation. Now is a unique time to join: youll get to help shape Terran Rs fundamental avionics architecture and be given a high degree of ownership on components that will fly.

About the Role:

• Lead hands-on assembly rework and inspection of high-reliability printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and complete avionics electromechanical units
• Perform precision soldering staking conformal coating and component-level rework on digital analog and RF circuit boards
• Build flight and development avionics hardware from the ground up integrating PCBAs connectors cabling thermal interfaces fasteners and enclosures into complete units
• Interpret engineering drawings wiring diagrams mechanical assembly models and work instructions with minimal supervision
• Serve as the technical lead for avionics box builds on the production floor ensuring consistent build quality configuration control and documentation of as-built configurations
• Collaborate closely with design engineers manufacturing engineers and quality to troubleshoot build issues implement process improvements and maintain flight-readiness standards
• Train and mentor technicians on best practices in both PCBA and electromechanical assembly driving adherence to workmanship standards such as IPC-A-610 J-STD-001 and NASA-STD-8739 series
• Manage work center readiness including tool calibration ESD compliance inventory of consumables and implementation of lean manufacturing practices.

About You:

• 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing with hands-on expertise in both PCBA rework and electromechanical assembly
• Proficient in fine-pitch soldering component-level troubleshooting and rework using hot air soldering iron and rework stations
• Strong mechanical assembly skills including torque tools bonding and integration of electronics into enclosures or chassis
• In-depth knowledge of IPC-A-610 J-STD-001 and general high-reliability workmanship standards
• Proven ability to lead by example provide technical guidance and uphold build quality in a fast-paced hardware development environment
• Comfortable reading and interpreting complex electrical schematics mechanical drawings and assembly documentation
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail; capable of documenting build issues clearly and contributing to root cause investigations

Nice to haves but not required:

• IPC-A-610 J-STD-001 or NASA-STD-8739.x certification (current or expired)
• Experience with flight hardware builds for aerospace or space systems
• Familiarity with cable and harness assembly including wire crimping stripping and routing (per IPC/WHMA-A-620 or similar)
• Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment
• Background using MES/ERP systems for tracking work orders part usage and nonconformances

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