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Relativity Space · 22 hours ago

Propulsion Test Engineer I

Mississippi, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$97K/yr - $124K/yr

Relativity Space is building rockets to meet today's needs and future breakthroughs. The Propulsion Test Engineer I will design and operate rocket engine test stands, engaging in daily test operations, maintenance, and construction activities.

3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design advanced propulsion test stands including 3D modeling, fluids, structural, and thermal analysis, fabrication drawings, fluids P&IDs, component lists, and detailed work instructions

Supervise the construction, commissioning, and initial operations of these facilities

Solve a variety of technical problems, across broad ranges of timeframe, complexity, cost, and long-term impact

Support operations on and perform related improvements to existing test stands

Create, modify, and optimize test sequences, procedures, and data review processes

Conduct complex propulsion test operations to assess performance of rocket engines and stages

Directly control and receive telemetry from the test stand and test articles through GUIs and an integrated software suite for control, automation, and data visualization

Help develop new rocket engine propulsion designs based on real test data

Potentially travel to production and launch locations, up to 25%

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAerospace Engineering3D ModelingThermal AnalysisStructural AnalysisFluid AnalysisHands-on FabricationProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field

Hands-on fabrication experience using common power tools for projects at work/home/school

This role requires a valid driver's license in order to operate vehicles while on the test site

Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi