Relativity Space · 3 days ago
Staff Mechanisms Engineer
Long Beach, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$176K/yr - $226K/yr
8+ years expRelativity Space is building rockets to meet today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. The Staff Mechanisms Engineer will guide the design of Terran R mechanisms, collaborating with various teams to ensure successful integration and delivery of projects.
3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Guide the design of Terran R mechanisms such as stage separation, payload deployment, aero control features and landing gear
Design and test the Terran R stage separation or fairing deployment system
Innovative conceptualization of the Terran R landing gear or aero surfaces actuation
Definition of design criteria and subsystems requirements
Review of static and dynamic load inputs, material properties & manufacturing process
Conduct trade studies on different mechanism design concepts and present to leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
8+ years of experience in a full cycle design engineering role, including CAD, analysis, build and test
Fundamental knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic/hydraulic actuation, mechatronics and instrumentation
Fundamental knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure modes
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and surface treatments
Proven track record of technical problem-solving and hands-on hardware build experience
Communication and interpersonal skills to lead discussions on complex technical topics
Preferred
10+ years of aerospace experience or an advanced engineering degree
Experience with launch vehicle mechanisms and multi-body dynamics analysis
Experience in a demanding fast pace development environment
Experience with design engineering tools such as NX, TeamCenter, Ansys or Femap, as well as engineering scripting language such as Python or MATLAB
Hands-on experience with fabrication/prototyping such as machining, 3D printing, welding, woodworking
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
Generous PTO and sick leave policy
Parental leave
Annual learning and development stipend
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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