# Materials Characterization Technician II, Mechanical

Hiring organization: [Relativity Space](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/relativity-space)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/52cd5b19-e8e1-4d62-9c2f-73afb443e2bb

Listed on Relativity Space's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Mid
- Location: Long Beach, CA
- Salary: 26 – 39 USD per hour

## Summary

This role supports rocket development by conducting mechanical and materials testing on components for Relativity's Terran R vehicle. You'll prepare specimens, operate testing equipment, record results, and work with engineers to ensure materials meet flight requirements.

_Our summary, not Relativity Space's wording._

## Skills named

Specimen Preparation

## Required

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two or more years of mechanical testing, materials testing, or laboratory experience
- Knowledge of mechanical testing equipment and specimen preparation
- Ability to read technical drawings and work instructions
- Understanding of basic material properties (yield strength, tensile strength, elongation, hardness)
- Ability to use testing software and prepare test documentation
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving

## Nice to have

- Associate degree or technical certification in materials science or mechanical technology
- Experience with metallic materials and aerospace applications
- Experience with servo-hydraulic or electromechanical test systems
- Familiarity with fatigue testing and data acquisition systems

Apply on Relativity Space's site: https://boards.greenhouse.io/relativity/jobs/8873941002?gh_jid=8873941002