Senior NDE Inspector, CWI, First Shift

Relativity Space Welding InspectorAt Relativity Space, we're building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that's just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven't been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you'll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we're writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it's early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the RoleThe Welding Inspector is responsible for performing detailed inspections, interpreting technical requirements, and ensuring that all welding activities and fabricated structures comply with applicable codes, standards, and engineering documentation. This role supports production, engineering, and quality teams by providing expert evaluation, guidance, and documentation throughout all phases of fabrication and welding processes.Your core responsibilities will be:Perform internal and external inspections to verify that weldments and structures meet the acceptance criteria of applicable codes, standards, and project documentsRead, interpret, and apply code requirements, specifications, and engineering drawings accurately and effectivelyUse computer systems to record inspection data, document acceptance or rejection, and communicate findingsConduct visual inspections of in-process and completed welds, verify welding repairs follow the applicable requirementsDevelop welding procedures for specific code requirementsOversee the testing for welding certificationMonitor welding processes—including GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, to confirm compliance with qualified welding proceduresVerify and document welder qualifications in accordance with company and code requirementsConfirm that base materials comply with applicable specificationsEvaluate joint design, joint preparation, fit-up, cleanliness, and environmental conditions prior to weldingVerify that preheat and interpass temperatures are maintained as per the procedureEnsure proper control, storage, and handling of welding consumablesVerify quality of interpass and final cleaning weldmentsEnsure product conformance to drawings, specifications, and contractual requirementsConfirm weld surface cleanliness and visual acceptance criteriaValidate proper performance and documentation of post-weld heat treatmentsEnsure that all fabrication and inspection activities are properly documentedInterpret and review engineering drawings as required for inspection tasksEvaluate findings, prepare inspection reports, and communicate results to production and engineering teamsConduct vendor surveillance audits related to welding, fabrication, and inspection activities as neededAbout YouHigh school diploma or equivalentCurrent American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certificationNice to haves but not required:Additional Level II Nondestructive Evaluation certifications in accordance with ASNT TC-1A, NAS-410, requirements in one or more of the following methods: Radiography (RT), Dye Penetrant (PT), Ultrasonic (UT), Eddy Current (ET), or Magnetic Particle (MT)3+ years of experience as an AWS-certified Welding InspectorStrong knowledge of industry standards such as AWS and ASMEWorking knowledge of both surface and subsurface NDE methodsAt 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!Hiring Range:$35.20 —$52.80 USDWe 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.