Relativity Space · 2 months ago
Staff Launch Mechanical Engineer
Long Beach, California
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$161K/yr - $207K/yr
10+ years expRelativity Space is building rockets to meet the growing demand for launch capacity with their Terran R vehicle. The Staff Launch Mechanical Engineer will apply mechanical engineering principles to lead design projects, coordinate requirements, and conduct performance analyses while collaborating across teams to ensure successful implementation and innovation in aerospace.
3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Apply mechanical engineering principles to lead mechanical design projects from concept through implementation
Coordinate and interpret requirements between vehicle vehicle and other ground support engineering teams
Develop detailed 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, fluid system schematics, and electrical system schematics to support design execution
Conduct structural, dynamic, and system performance analyses using both analytical and finite element methods
Present design solutions and technical findings to engineering and leadership teams, ensuring clarity in design approach, functionality, and constructability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of professional engineering experience in structural, mechanical, fluid power, or related systems
Strong technical foundation in structural analysis, mechanical design, and fluid systems
Proven ability to manage projects on schedule and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience designing, manufacturing, testing, and implementing launch vehicle interface mechanisms and tooling
Familiarity with NASA, DoD, Space Force, or similar regulatory and industry standards
Working knowledge of structural materials and common manufacturing processes
Experience designing complex fluid systems, including high-pressure gas, cryogenic fluids, flammables, or hydraulics
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.
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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