Tube Shop Technician - First Shift

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing the aerospace industry by constructing rockets designed to address current demands and future innovations. Our Terran R vehicle is set to transport customer payloads into orbit, thus catering to the increasing need for launch capacity. This is merely the beginning; achieving commercial success with Terran R will pave the way for unprecedented advancements in science, exploration, and innovation, driving progress that transcends the familiar.Becoming a member of Relativity means joining a team where autonomy, ownership, and meaningful impact are present at every level. Here, you won’t just perform tasks; you will tackle unprecedented challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Regardless of your role—whether in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions—you will collaborate across teams, influence decisions, and witness your work materialize in record time. Relativity embodies a culture where creativity and technical precision coexist, and your insights will help shape the narrative we are crafting together. This is a pivotal moment where you can leave a lasting imprint on the product, the processes, and the culture as we gain momentum with the tangible Terran R. The most significant work of your career awaits you. Join us.About the Team: The Stage Manufacturing team is responsible for transforming design concepts into reality, overseeing the construction of Terran R’s primary structures. This role involves more than performing repetitive tasks; it’s about developing the systems necessary to build the rocket. Engineers and technicians collaborate closely, providing real-time feedback to enhance our building processes. With an established manifest and launch date, the team is tasked with delivering on the Terran R: overcoming real-time challenges, optimizing for scalability, and continuously refining our methods. As the vehicle evolves, so will the factory, presenting opportunities to integrate automation, machine learning, and advanced technologies. What we create here will serve as the foundation for the future of large-scale launches.This position operates on the first shift, with a standard schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM PT, Monday through Friday.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing space travel by developing rockets that meet the demands of today while paving the way for future innovations. Our Terran R vehicle is designed to transport customer payloads to orbit, addressing the increasing need for launch capabilities. But this is just the beginning. The commercial success of Terran R will open new avenues for scientific advancement, exploration, and transformative innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is known.Joining Relativity means immersing yourself in an environment where autonomy, ownership, and significant impact are present at every level. Here, you won't just be performing tasks; you will be tackling unprecedented challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a factory, and an entire business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will collaborate across teams, influence decisions, and witness your contributions come to fruition swiftly. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical precision coexist, and your insights will help shape the narratives we are creating together. This is a unique opportunity to make your mark on the product, the processes, and the culture, with tangible developments in the Terran R that are gaining momentum. The most rewarding work of your career awaits. Join us.About the Team: The Stage Manufacturing team is dedicated to transforming design concepts into real-world applications, overseeing the construction of the primary structures for the Terran R. This role is not about repetitive tasks; it's about innovating the systems that enable rocket construction. Our engineers and technicians work closely together, providing real-time feedback and fostering deep collaboration to enhance our building processes. With a defined manifest and launch timelines, the team is responsible for delivering on the Terran R mission: addressing challenges in real-time, optimizing operations for scalability, and continuously refining our methodologies. As the vehicle evolves, so too will our manufacturing processes, with opportunities to leverage automation, machine learning, and cutting-edge technologies. What we create here lays the groundwork for the future of large-scale launches.This is a second shift role with a standard schedule from 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM PT, Monday through Thursday.

Role Overview Vast is hiring a Machine Shop Technician II in Long Beach, California. This position supports manufacturing by operating and maintaining a range of machines. The technician ensures each part meets quality and precision standards, directly impacting the production line’s efficiency. Key Responsibilities Operate and maintain machine shop equipment as assigned Monitor production for accuracy and consistency Follow established safety and quality procedures Support production goals through careful attention to detail Location This role is based onsite in Long Beach, California.

Join Relativity as a Structures Technician I on the First Shift, where your skills will play a vital role in the assembly and maintenance of our innovative space technologies. You will work alongside a dedicated team to ensure the successful production and quality of our aerospace structures.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing the aerospace industry by building rockets that address today's demands and pave the way for tomorrow's innovations. Our groundbreaking Terran R vehicle is designed to deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the escalating need for launch capacity. But that's just the beginning. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock unprecedented opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, driving progress that transcends current boundaries.Becoming a part of Relativity means joining a culture of autonomy, ownership, and impactful contributions at every level. Here, you will not merely execute tasks; you will tackle unsolved challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a factory, and a pioneering business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will collaborate across diverse teams, influence decisions, and witness your work come to life in record time. At Relativity, creativity and technical rigor coexist, and your insights will help shape the narrative we are creating together. This is a pivotal moment where you can leave a lasting mark on our product, processes, and culture while being part of a tangible and rapidly progressing Terran R initiative. The most meaningful work of your career awaits you. Join Us.About the Team: The Manufacturing team is responsible for all aspects of process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for the Terran R, our next-generation reusable rocket. This dynamic team has a wide range of responsibilities—from optimizing factory floor layouts to developing intricate tooling for innovative processes, while closely collaborating with our vehicle engineering team to significantly influence rocket design. We leverage our extensive expertise to translate engineering requirements into highly efficient production lines, working cross-functionally to continuously enhance the vehicle program.This is a first-shift position with a standard schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM PT, Monday through Friday.

Join Relativity Space as a Senior Avionics Electromechanical Technician on the first shift, where you will play a crucial role in designing, building, testing, and operating the complex systems that power our Terran R rocket. Your expertise will be key in connecting and controlling all major electrical systems, contributing to a project that not only meets today’s launch demands but also pioneers future breakthroughs in space exploration. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of avionics with propulsion, GNC, fluids, and stage engineering. This is a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on the avionics architecture of Terran R, where your ownership of critical components will directly influence their performance in flight.

At Relativity Space, we are pioneering the future of aerospace by building innovative rockets to meet the demands of today and unlock breakthroughs for tomorrow. Our Terran R vehicle is designed to transport customer payloads into orbit, addressing the increasing need for launch capacity. This endeavor is just the beginning; achieving commercial success with Terran R will pave the way for advancements in science, exploration, and innovation, making strides that extend beyond our current understanding.Becoming a part of Relativity means immersing yourself in an environment where autonomy, ownership, and impactful contributions are integral to every role. Here, you won’t merely perform tasks; you will tackle unprecedented challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a factory, and an entire business from the ground up. Regardless of your area—be it propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions—you will work collaboratively, influence decision-making, and witness your efforts materialize rapidly. At Relativity, creativity and technical precision coexist, and your voice will help shape the narrative we are crafting together. This unique moment offers you the chance to make a significant impact on our products, processes, and culture, as we propel Terran R towards its exciting future. Your most meaningful career achievement is waiting for you. Join us.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing the aerospace industry by developing advanced rockets that address both current and future demands. Our Terran R vehicle is designed to transport customer payloads into orbit, fulfilling the increasing need for launch capacity. This is only the beginning—our success with Terran R will pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in science, exploration, and innovation, propelling progress beyond the limits of our current understanding.Joining Relativity means becoming a part of a culture that emphasizes autonomy, ownership, and impact at every level. Here, you won’t just perform tasks; you’ll tackle unprecedented challenges, contributing to the creation of rockets, factories, and a thriving business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will work collaboratively across teams, influence decisions, and witness your contributions materialize rapidly. Relativity is a dynamic environment where creativity and technical precision coexist, giving you a platform to define the narratives we are crafting together. This is a unique moment to make your mark on the product, process, and culture as Terran R gains momentum. The most significant work of your career is waiting for you—come join us!About the Team: The Engine Manufacturing Department is dedicated to producing high-performance products and manufacturing systems through continuous innovation focused on cost efficiency, quality, and lead time. Our team collaborates cross-functionally, maintaining high accountability and a steadfast commitment to safety as we support the Terran R program. We provide critical design feedback on new hardware iterations, develop innovative manufacturing methods, and ultimately construct engine and vehicle hardware for testing in preparation for our inaugural launch. Recent highlights include the successful manufacturing and testing of the first Aeon-R engine, completing thousands of hours of powder bed fusion printing, and implementing large-scale process improvements while building and testing over 50 valves across 26 variations.

At Relativity Space, we are redefining the future of rocketry to meet today's needs and drive tomorrow's innovations. Our Terran R vehicle is designed to transport customer payloads into orbit, addressing the increasing demand for launch capacity. This is just the beginning; achieving commercial success with the Terran R will open new avenues for advancing science, exploration, and groundbreaking innovations that extend beyond our current understanding.Joining Relativity means becoming a part of a dynamic environment where autonomy, ownership, and impact are felt at every level. Here, you won’t just be completing tasks; you’ll be tackling unprecedented challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a manufacturing facility, and a thriving business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will collaborate across teams, influence decision-making, and witness your contributions materialize swiftly. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical excellence merge, and your insights will help shape the narratives we are creating together. This is a pivotal moment to leave your mark on our product, processes, and culture, while the Terran R project gains momentum. The most impactful work of your career awaits you. Join us!About the Team: The Stage Manufacturing team is responsible for transforming design concepts into tangible structures, overseeing the construction of the Terran R's primary components. This role is about more than just repetitive tasks; it involves engineering and refining the systems that contribute to rocket assembly. Our engineers and technicians collaborate closely, providing real-time feedback to enhance our building processes, delivering on the manifest and launch schedules. As the vehicle's design matures, so too does our manufacturing approach, with opportunities to incorporate automation, machine learning, and cutting-edge technologies. What we create here establishes a blueprint for future advancements in aerospace manufacturing.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing the aerospace industry by building rockets that address the needs of today while paving the way for tomorrow's innovations. Our Terran R vehicle is designed to transport customer payloads into orbit, responding to the increasing demand for launch capacity. This is just the beginning; commercial success with Terran R will create new avenues for scientific advancement, exploration, and innovation, taking us beyond the frontiers of what we currently know.Becoming a part of Relativity means engaging in an environment where autonomy, ownership, and significant impact are intrinsic to every role. Here, you are not merely completing tasks; you are tackling unprecedented challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a factory, and an entire business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will work collaboratively across teams, influence decision-making, and witness your contributions materialize swiftly. At Relativity, creativity and technical rigor coexist, and your insights will help shape the narratives we create together. This is a pivotal moment where you can leave your mark on the product, the processes, and the culture, while being part of the tangible momentum that Terran R is gaining. The most fulfilling work of your career awaits you. Join us.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing aerospace by designing and manufacturing rockets that not only meet today's demands but also enable future advancements in space exploration. Our Terran R vehicle is poised to deliver customer payloads into orbit, addressing the increasing need for launch capabilities. This endeavor marks just the beginning; commercializing Terran R will open doors to new scientific, exploratory, and innovative opportunities, pushing the boundaries of what we know.By joining Relativity, you become part of a dynamic environment where autonomy, ownership, and substantial impact are integral to our operations. Here, you won't merely perform tasks; you'll tackle unprecedented challenges, contributing to the development of a rocket, a factory, and a pioneering business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will collaborate across diverse teams, influencing decisions and witnessing your contributions take shape at an unprecedented pace. At Relativity, creativity and technical precision go hand in hand, and your insights will shape the narrative we are crafting together. Now is an exceptional time to leave your mark on our product, processes, and culture as Terran R gains momentum. The most impactful work of your career is within your reach. Come join us.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing space exploration by building advanced rockets that cater to current demands and future innovations. Our flagship vehicle, the Terran R, is designed to transport payloads to orbit, addressing the increasing need for launch capacity. This is just the beginning; achieving commercial success with the Terran R will open up exciting avenues for scientific discovery, exploration, and groundbreaking advancements in technology.Joining Relativity means being part of a culture where independence, responsibility, and significant impact are fostered at every level. Here, your role transcends mere task execution; you will be tackling unprecedented challenges and contributing to the development of a rocket, factory, and business from the ground up. Whether your expertise lies in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions, you will collaborate across departments, influence critical decisions, and witness your contributions come to fruition swiftly. Relativity is a dynamic environment where creativity meets technical excellence, and your insights will help craft the narrative of our collective achievements. This is a pivotal moment in our journey where you can leave a lasting imprint on our products, processes, and culture as the Terran R gains traction. The most impactful work of your career awaits you. Join us.About the Team: The Stage Manufacturing team is dedicated to transforming design concepts into reality by constructing the primary structures of the Terran R. This role is not about repetitive tasks; it involves creating systems that facilitate rocket assembly. Our engineers and technicians collaborate closely, providing real-time feedback to enhance our building processes. With scheduled launches and a clear mission, the team is focused on delivering the Terran R by solving real-time challenges, optimizing for scalability, and continuously refining workflows. As the vehicle advances, so will the factory, offering chances to leverage automation, machine learning, and cutting-edge technologies.

Role Overview Vast is hiring a Shift Lead, Space Simulation Technician in Long Beach, California. This person will supervise operations in the company’s space simulation facilities, focusing on both performance and safety. What You Will Do Lead a team of technicians during assigned shifts Manage daily operations within the simulation facilities Work with engineers to carry out simulation protocols What We’re Looking For Strong technical background Proven leadership skills Experience working in a technical or simulation environment

Join Vast, a pioneering company on a mission to shape a future where millions thrive in space. We are at the forefront of developing cutting-edge space stations that facilitate continuous human presence in space, advancing microgravity research and manufacturing, while paving the way for a new space economy catering to government, corporate, and private clients. With an innovative, hardware-rich approach, we are rapidly advancing our multi-module Haven Station, with Haven Demo's success in 2025 solidifying our position as the only commercial space station operator to fly and manage its own spacecraft. The upcoming Haven-1 is set to be the world’s first commercial space station, with additional modules planned to ensure a permanent human presence by 2030. Our dedicated team is fully committed to executing this mission safely and efficiently. If you aspire to work alongside the brightest minds on Earth to expand humanity’s frontiers in space, we invite you to be a part of our journey.Vast seeks a Manufacturing Technician for Mechanical Subassemblies, reporting to the Supervisor of Mechanical Sub-Assemblies, to assist in the development of systems essential for designing and building artificial-gravity, human-rated space stations.This is a full-time, non-exempt position based in our Long Beach, California facility.2nd Shift Hours: 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM PSTKey Responsibilities:Manufacture and assemble flight hardware utilizing techniques such as drilling, fastening, bonding, and more.Employ precision calibrated tools, including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.Execute tasks following established procedures, specifications, and test instructions.Collaborate effectively with manufacturing engineers and quality assurance personnel to create and document work instructions.Ensure that all production activities are conducted safely, professionally, and within designated timelines.Perform additional duties as assigned to maintain an efficient and productive work environment.

At Relativity Space, we are revolutionizing space travel by building rockets designed to meet the demands of today and the innovations of tomorrow. Our Terran R vehicle is poised to deliver customer payloads to orbit, addressing the growing need for launch capacity. This is just the beginning; unlocking commercial success with Terran R will pave the way for scientific advancement and exploration, propelling progress into uncharted territories. Joining Relativity means becoming part of an environment where autonomy, ownership, and impact are integral to our culture. Here, you are not merely executing tasks; you are tackling unprecedented challenges and contributing to the development of a rocket, a manufacturing facility, and a thriving business from the ground up. Regardless of your role—be it in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or corporate functions—you will collaborate across diverse teams, influence critical decisions, and witness your work materialize in record time. Relativity is a space where creativity and technical precision coalesce, and your contributions will help shape our collective narrative. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our product, processes, and culture at a pivotal moment in our journey with Terran R, which is gaining momentum and becoming a reality. Your most significant career achievements await you. Join us today.

Join Relativity Space as a Shift Lead for our Materials Characterization Technicians in the MET Lab. In this pivotal role, you will oversee and guide a team of skilled technicians in metallography, ensuring that our material analysis processes maintain the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Your leadership will directly contribute to the innovative work we are doing in the aerospace industry.

Join Vast as a Space Simulation Technician on the 3rd shift, where you will play a crucial role in our innovative space exploration projects. You will be responsible for conducting simulations that replicate the complexities of space environments, ensuring our systems perform optimally under a variety of conditions.This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking technologies and collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space travel.

Join our dynamic team at Relativity as an Inventory Specialist II on the first shift. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing inventory operations, ensuring that our stock levels meet the demands of our business while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will be essential as you oversee inventory counts, manage stock levels, and assist in optimizing our supply chain processes.

Join Vast as a Manufacturing Coordinator in the Avionics department on the First Shift and be part of an innovative team dedicated to advancing aerospace technology. In this role, you will oversee production processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with safety standards while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to meet production goals.

Relativity Space designs and builds rockets to meet today’s launch needs and enable future space exploration. The Terran R vehicle is central to these efforts, providing customers with reliable access to orbit. As Terran R moves toward commercial success, the team continues to push forward new possibilities in science and aerospace. Relativity’s culture values autonomy, ownership, and visible contributions. Employees work on challenges that span rocket development, facility buildout, and business growth. Collaboration across propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, and corporate teams is common. Team members influence decisions and see results quickly, combining creativity with technical skill to shape both products and processes. Manufacturing Team The Manufacturing team focuses on process development and hands-on trades for the Terran R rocket. Their work covers optimizing factory layouts, creating and refining tooling, and partnering with vehicle engineering to impact design. Collaboration across teams is part of daily work, supporting the vehicle program’s progress. Role overview This opening is for a First Shift Supervisor of Tank Fabrication in Long Beach, California. The shift runs from 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM PST. The supervisor will oversee tank fabrication activities, working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to support production goals for Terran R.