Friction Stir Welding Technician II

About the Team: 

The Friction Stir Welding team will play a crucial role in the manufacturability of our aerospace vehicles, ensuring they meet safety and performance standards. The Friction Stir Welding team is responsible for developing and manufacturing aerospace barrel assemblies using the latest FSW technologies. This position requires in-depth knowledge of aerospace materials, welding processes, and a commitment to excellence in the aerospace industry. 

About the Role:

• Production Processes: Assist in day to day production tasks which will include:
  • Operating FSW machinery to execute weld programs
  • Loading and unloading panels and/or barrels with the use of overhead cranes
  • Performing panel dimensional fitment inspections
  • Accurately use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and torque wrenches
  • Performing visual weld inspections
  • Perform precision blending using hand tools to prepare metallic surfaces for welding and non-destructive evaluation
  • Installing structural mechanical piece parts
  • Ensure to uphold 5S standards in the work center and follow clean as you go practices
  • Willingness to work on other non-FSW production processes such as routing, roll forming, or other aerospace processes
• Problem Solving: Identify and resolve issues in the manufacturing machinery process, which could include defects in materials, equipment malfunctions, or inefficiencies in production methods.
• Safety: Ensure all operations are being run in accordance to Relativity Space standards
• Teamwork: Foster and inclusive environment for all members of the team.

About You:

• Experience with metal fabrication techniques
• 2+ years of experience with material joining processes (friction stir welding, arc welding, soldering, brazing, etc)
• Proficient in the use of common inspection tools and hand tools
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office
• 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:  

• Experience with rigging and crane operations
• 1+ years of aerospace mechanical experience or related field
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication, such as rolling and forming
• Experience with machining equipment (mill, lathe, etc)
• Experience working with NDT processes
• Experience with CNC, robotics, and/or machine programming
• Experience setting up equipment for production runs