About the Role
In this role, you will lead a team that is responsible for top-level ownership of Relativity's rocket engine assemblies and their various configurations. You and your team will:
Own the overall layout and packaging of Aeon-R engines, in all of their different configurations (development, qualification, acceptance, first stage versus upper stage, etc.)
Design and analyze final integration hardware, such as secondary structures, fluid manifolds, tubing, custom fittings, etc.
Work closely with component and sub-system owners across the Propulsion department to drive towards an optimal engine design.
Own and release top-level CAD models of the engine assembly.
Track and report mass/mass projections of the Aeon-R engines.
Own the Interface Control Diagram for Aeon-R engines, requiring close collaboration with vehicle and test stand partners.
Champion configuration and change management for the Aeon-R engines.
Partner closely with the Engine Integration engineers to successfully build and ship engines at rate.
This role will require managing a small team, requiring strong mentorship, project management, establishing priorities, communicating with leadership, providing technical guidance, and recruiting. Close collaboration with stakeholders within Propulsion Engineering and external to Propulsion Engineering is essential. To be successful in this role, you should be someone who thrives in ambiguity and knows how to lead and guide projects to completion. Along with these expectations comes the opportunity to have a significant impact on a fast-growing team and accelerate your professional growth in an environment that values ownership, learning, and thoughtful risk-taking.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field
5+ years of experience with fluid systems design and/or structural design
Experience applying fluid, thermal, structural, and mechanical design fundamentals
Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software
Experience in mentoring and demonstrated leadership skills
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow through
Demonstrated drive to deliver on ambitious schedules, especially if unconventional & creative solutions are necessary to do so
Nice to haves, but not required
Experience in leading high performing teams
Working knowledge of engine subsystems such as combustion devices, turbomachinery, valves, integration hardware, etc.
Experience with large CAD model management, change management, and configuration management
Experience with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and ANSYS workbench
Familiarity with industry best practices and aerospace standards
Familiarity with aerospace standards (AS, NAS, SAE, etc.)
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
$136,000—$204,000 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.
