Role Overview
Relativity is hiring a Senior Avionics PCBA Technician. This is a full-time role in Long Beach, California. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job description
At 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 Team:
The 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, PCBA 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 Role:
- Assembly and manufacturing of PCBAs for development, test, and ground equipment use
- Perform quality checks and visual inspections of PCBs and PCBAs per industry standards
- Perform rework on development and flight PCBAs
- Support electromechanical assembly production, integrating PCBAs into mechanical enclosures
About You:
- 4+ years experience as a soldering technician, specializing in application-critical, high-complexity Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs)
- Prior certification in industry-standard soldering practices, demonstrating proficiency and adherence to stringent quality standards
- Demonstrated Experience with electrostatic discharge (ESD) handling and safety procedures to ensure the integrity and reliability of sensitive electronic components
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, which may involve standing for extended periods or lifting up to 25 pounds
Nice to haves but not required:
- An associate degree or higher in electronics, avionics, or a related field
- Current or previous certification in IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, or similar industry standards, reflecting advanced soldering skills and commitment to quality
- Demonstrated expertise in fine-pitch soldering, rework, and repair of complex PCBA assemblies, with a keen understanding of advanced soldering techniques and best practices
- Capacity to thrive in a dynamic, high-pressure aerospace environment, consistently meeting rigorous performance and quality standards
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.
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.
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.
If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Avionics PCBA Technician position at Relativity?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Relativity. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Avionics PCBA Technician position at Relativity located?
This position is based in Long Beach, California. Relativity has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Avionics PCBA Technician at Relativity earn?
Relativity has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Avionics PCBA Technician role at Relativity posted?
This role was posted on July 6, 2026 (16 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Avionics PCBA Technician role at Relativity require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. Relativity lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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