Relativity Space

Senior Laser Specialist - Test & Launch

Relativity Space$105K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in laser trackers, toolmaking, or aerospace assembly.
  • 5+ years of experience using Verisurf X software.
  • Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawings for large assemblies.
  • Experienced in calibration and troubleshooting of metrology equipment.
  • Proven ability in fixture installation and alignment processes.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Perform dimensional inspections and precision tooling builds using advanced tracking technology.
  • Support installation and calibration of complex launch systems.
  • Conduct alignment and verification analyses for engineering integrity.
  • Collaborate with teams on build strategies and issue resolution.
  • Execute precision assembly tasks adhering to safety protocols.
  • Prepare detailed reports while maintaining compliance with safety standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity options.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy.
  • Parental leave benefits.
  • Annual learning and development stipend.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Full Job Description
About the Team:

The Launch team operates at the intersection of every major aspect of Terran R, from stages and payloads to ground systems, launch, landing, and refurbishment. The Cape is the only place where you see it all come together, offering a level of exposure and responsibility unmatched elsewhere in the program. This is where first flights happen, where history is built on top of history, and where the scale of what's underway is unlike anything in modern aerospace. The mission stays the same, but the work evolves with every milestone: from first launch to reuse, high-cadence operations, and beyond. If you're looking to define what's next in space launch and write a new playbook, not just repeat what's already been done, this is where it happens.

About the Role:
  • Perform dimensional inspections and precision tooling builds using Verisurf and laser trackers (Leica, Faro, or API) for large-scale launch and ground support assemblies.
  • Support installation, alignment, and calibration of complex tools and systems (such as rail systems, launch pad infrastructure, and integration tooling).
  • Conduct best-fit alignments, datum re-establishment, and profile analyses to verify engineering design intent and structural integrity.
  • Collaborate with Design, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to support build strategies, tolerance studies, inspection sequencing, and issue resolution.
  • Execute precision drilling, dowelling, epoxy pours, and leveling for anchoring, fixture setup, and heavy tooling integration while maintaining adherence to safety procedures.
  • Prepare detailed dimensional reports and maintain compliance with company and regulatory safety standards in a production environment.

About You:
  • 7+ years of experience with laser trackers, toolmaking, aerospace assembly, or large-scale metrology operations, and 5+ years using Verisurf X.
  • Proficiency in GD&T interpretation, engineering drawings/models, and model-based inspection workflows for large-format assemblies.
  • Experience with setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of metrology equipment and familiarity with manufacturing and assembly integration processes.
  • Experience in fixture installation, leveling, and alignment of complex tooling and structural components.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving abilities, with a collaborative approach to working in cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to travel up to 20% annually to support site deployment, installation, and field alignment operations.

Nice to haves but not required:
  • Experience supporting field-based alignment work.
  • Proficiency with CAD/CAM or Mastercam for data analysis and manufacturing support.
  • OSHA/MSHA certifications and familiarity with safety procedures for rigging and heavy equipment operations.
  • Experience mentoring or training technicians in metrology, Verisurf workflows, and large-scale alignment principles.

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 Cape Canaveral, Florida.

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.

Hiring Range:

$50.80-$69.85 USD

About Relativity Space

Relativity Space is an American aerospace manufacturer that is developing 3D printed rockets. The company was founded in 2015 by Tim Ellis and Jordan Noone, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Relativity Space's goal is to reduce the cost and time required to produce rockets by using 3D printing technology. The company's rockets are designed to be fully reusable, which could significantly reduce the cost of space launches. Relativity Space has received funding from a number of investors, including Mark Cuban and Playground Global.
Learn more about Relativity Space
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2016

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