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Relativity Space

PBF Technical Specialist I

Relativity SpaceLong Beach, CA
Posted Sep 28 · Last Verified Sep 28
💰 $55,000 – $72,000/yrFull-timemanufacturing and productionmaintenance and facilitiesmetalwork and fabrication

Quick Summary

PBF Technical Specialist I performs maintenance, troubleshooting, and hardware repair on powder bed fusion additive manufacturing printers at Relativity Space's Long Beach facility.

Skills & Keywords

Powder bed fusionLaser optics calibrationEquipment maintenanceTroubleshooting

Nice to haves, but not required

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.

Please note: Relativity Space does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or referrals from recruitment agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited submission - via email, our website, social media, or directly to an employee - will be deemed the property of Relativity Space, and no fee will be owed absent a current, fully executed agreement with Talent Acquisition that specifically authorizes submissions for the applicable role.

  • Experience with other types of PBF printer OEM’s such as Velo3D, Additive Industries, GE, Concept, or 3D Systems.
  • Familiarity with diagnostic software such as EOS Service
  • Familiarity with CAD or programming software.
  • Experience with Tooling Fabrication

About the Team

The Powder Bed Fusion manufacturing team develops, creates, and operates the most advanced additive manufacturing technologies in the world. This best-in-class team makes sure that the infrastructure, materials, tools, and equipment are in place for us to rapidly iterate and print. The Powder-Based manufacturing team was crucial to manufacturing Aeon-1 for first launch and now are developing and demonstrating groundbreaking technologies, design, and approaches for Aeon-R!

This is a first-shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week.

About the Role

  • Perform routine periodic maintenance (PM) and troubleshooting of PBF Printers to ensure efficient operation and optimized output.
  • Perform laser optics inspection and calibrations to maintain optimal laser output.
  • Maintain inventory of critical spares, consumables, and tools necessary to maintain printers and equipment.
  • With the guidance of engineering and technical specialist team perform hardware repair and testing protocols to identify and resolve potential issues that may impact production. Such as testing and validating Sensors, Valves, Actuators, and Motors.
  • Assist engineers and technical specialist team in developing and documenting standard operating procedures (SOP’s) related to printer maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Provide onsite technical support and training to production team of changes to printer operations and daily maintenance

About You

  • 2+ years of relevant experience working with PBF printers or similar additive manufacturing technologies.
  • 1+ years of maintenance and troubleshooting experience with PBF Printers or similar advanced technologies.
  • Relevant maintenance or machine operations certificates from OEM’s or accredited institutions such as EOS Self-Care, EOS Advanced Troubleshooting, Certified Maintenance & Reliability Technician, or equivalent.
  • Proficient with Laser Optic testing and inspections methods such as Laser Power, Laser Focus, and Scanner Accuracy.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and communication skills.
  • Strong experience with hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and a solid understanding of materials and processes as they relate to maintenance and repairs.
Relativity Space

Relativity Space

Long Beach, CA

Long Beach, CA

About Relativity Space

Relativity Space is a rocket manufacturing company building the Terran R vehicle to deliver customer payloads to orbit.

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