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Thermal Manufacturing Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$2.0K/mo

You will be the technical authority on cold plate fabrication methods including skiving, brazing, friction stir welding, diffusion bonding, and related processes. You'll work hands-on with contract ...

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Thermal Manufacturing Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$2.0K/mo

You will be the technical authority on cold plate fabrication methods including skiving, brazing, friction stir welding, diffusion bonding, and related processes. You'll work hands-on with contract ...

National Material L.P.

Advanced Press Team

Russellville, AR · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Extrusion, Cast House, Fabrication, Friction Stir Welding and Micro Extrusion. Taber has continued to make ongoing investments in their value-added capabilities by recently expanding their ...

Zenith Talent Corporation

Certified Weld Inspector

Mcgregor, TX · On-site

$25.25 - $34.25/hr

... Friction Stir Welding is a plus • Knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering requirements • Knowledge in standard tools, materials, motions, and practices of the welding trade ...

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How much do friction stir welding jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for friction stir welding in the United States is $41.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $34.38 and $47.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is friction stir welding?

A Friction Stir Welding (FSW) job involves operating specialized equipment to join metal parts using a solid-state welding process. Workers in this field set up and monitor FSW machines, ensuring proper weld quality and consistency. They may also inspect materials, adjust parameters, and perform maintenance on equipment. FSW is commonly used in industries like aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding due to its strength and efficiency.

What industries use friction stir welding?

Friction stir welding is widely used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, shipbuilding, and rail transportation due to its ability to join lightweight and high-strength materials with minimal defects. It is also employed in manufacturing pipelines and pressure vessels, where strong, reliable welds are essential. Workers in these fields often require specialized training and certification to operate FSW equipment safely and effectively.

What skills and qualifications are needed for friction stir welding?

To excel in Friction Stir Welding, you need a solid understanding of metallurgy, welding principles, and hands-on skills in machine operation, often backed by technical training or a welding certification. Experience with CNC machines, specialized FSW equipment, and quality assurance protocols is commonly expected. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are highly valued soft skills in this role. These qualities are crucial for ensuring precise welds, maintaining workplace safety, and meeting production or engineering specifications.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in friction stir welding?

Professionals in Friction Stir Welding typically spend their days setting up and operating FSW machines, preparing materials, monitoring the welding process, and performing post-weld inspections to ensure quality standards are met. They often work closely with engineers, quality control teams, and other welders to resolve technical issues and optimize welding parameters. Documentation of welding procedures and results is also a key part of the job, ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards. This collaborative and detail-oriented environment provides opportunities to develop advanced technical skills and contribute to innovative manufacturing projects.

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Friction Stir Welding Technician I, Second Shift-Long Beach,California

RELATIVITY SPACE

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

$22.80 - $34.20/hr

Full-time, Part-time, Other

Medical, Life, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

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Company rating: 9.7 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

At 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 Team:
The Stage Manufacturing team turns design into reality, owning the build of Terran R's primary structures. This isn't about turning the same bolt every day; it's about building the systems to build the rocket. Engineers and technicians work side by side, with deep collaboration and real-time feedback, to shape how we build better and faster. With a manifest and a launch date, it's up to the team to deliver on Terran R: solving challenges in real time, optimizing for scale, and constantly improving processes. As the vehicle evolves, so will the factory, with opportunities to apply automation, machine learning, and advanced technologies. What we build here sets the blueprint for the future of scaled launch.
This is a second-shift position with a standard schedule of Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. PT. The role is structured around a 50-hour workweek, including 10 guaranteed overtime hours each week. In addition to base pay, employees receive a 10% shift differential.
About the Role:
  • Assisting in FSW operations which will include running the equipment, prepping welds for welding, and post weld blending
  • Responsible for completing standard lift operations or assisting in critical lift operation
  • Perform precision blending/deburring using a combination of standard power tools or hand tools
  • Perform in process inspections using hand tools such as micrometers, calipers, and pi tape
  • Uphold high Relativity Space standards regarding safety and shop cleanliness
  • Foster and inclusive environment for all members of the team

About You:
  • Experience with material joining processes (friction stir welding, arc welding, soldering, brazing, etc)
  • Experience with metal fabrication techniques (forming, bending, etc)
  • Proficient in the use of common hand tools and inspection tools
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or other team communication tools such as Slack (or equivalent)

Nice to haves but not required:
  • Experience with rigging and crane operations
  • Experience with machining equipment (mill, lathe, etc)
  • Experience with running CNC equipment or robotics
  • Familiarity with NDT operations

Benefits:
  • 100% health care coverage on your first day
  • Quarterly wellness stipend to use on health and wellness
  • Partnership with Modern Health with access to 8 therapy & coaching sessions and mental health resources
  • Discounts on gym memberships, travel and entertainment through PerkSpot
  • Unlimited onsite snacks
  • Free lunch on Mondays and Fridays
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • PPE Stipend
  • Pet Insurance through Fetch
  • Company Paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability
  • Up to 12 weeks salary continuation for paid pregnancy disability leave
  • 8 Weeks company paid parental leave
  • Access to One Medical

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:
$22.80-$34.20 USD
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.

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