Relativity Space · 4 months ago
Vehicle Structures & Mechanisms Intern
Long Beach, California
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$32/hr - $40/hrRelativity Space is building rockets to meet today's needs and advance future breakthroughs. The Vehicle Structures & Mechanisms Intern will support the design, analysis, and testing of actuator systems for aerospace applications while collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
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Responsibilities
Support the design, analysis, and testing of electromechanical actuators (EMAs) and pneumatic actuator systems for aerospace applications
Assist in creating CAD models, drawings, and documentation for actuator components and subassemblies, ensuring compliance with engineering standards
Perform preliminary hand calculations and simulation support for actuator performance, loads, and kinematics
Participate in hardware build and test activities, including setup, data collection, and post-test analysis
Contribute to troubleshooting and root cause analysis for actuator performance or integration issues
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, and test) to deliver reliable mechanism solutions
Qualification
Required
Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Hands-on experience with mechanical design, prototyping, or analysis of structural or mechanism components
Familiarity with CAD tools (NX, SolidWorks, or similar) and exposure to FEA or engineering coding languages like Python or MATLAB
Strong interest in aerospace hardware such as actuators, linkages, latches, or deployable structures
Collaborative team member who thrives in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments and is eager to learn
Preferred
Familiarity with CAD tools (NX) and basic drafting practices
Experience with basic programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data analysis or automation
Exposure to finite element analysis (FEA) or other simulation tools for structural or thermal modeling
Hands-on experience with prototyping, machining, or test lab equipment
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
Generous PTO and sick leave policy
Parental leave
Annual learning and development stipend
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Company
Relativity Space
Relativity Space is an aerospace company that designs, develops, and builds 3D printed rockets.
Founded in 2015
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.36BKey Investors
FidelityTiger Global ManagementPlayground Global
2023-11-15Series F· $20M
2022-02-03Secondary Market
2021-06-08Series E· $650M
Leadership Team
Eric Schmidt
Chair and CEO
David Giger
VP of Engineering
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