About the Role
Manage a small, highly talented team of launch mechanical engineers to design mechanisms and tools that interface with the flight vehicle and other ground systems
Mentor engineers on fundamental and practical engineering practices
Balance leadership work with individual technical projects
Directly and indirectly impact the outcome of launch system designs
Grow the team by recruiting, interviewing, developing training materials, direct mentorship, and performance reviews
Communicate with leadership about progress, risks, and other team details
About You
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
Varied perspectives & backgrounds strengthen our team
Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a test or launch environment
Strong engineering fundamentals in structures, mechanical design, and fluid systems
Demonstrated drive to deliver on tight schedules, especially when unconventional & creative solutions are necessary
Strong leadership skills, including mentorship, communication, conflict resolution, and managing expectations
Nice to haves but not required
Experience designing, manufacturing, testing, and implementing launch vehicle interface mechanism systems and tooling
Familiarity with NASA, DoD, Space Force, and other governing body standards
Working knowledge of common structural materials and manufacturing processes
Experience designing complex fluid systems, including high pressure gas, cryogenic fluids, flammables, and hydraulics
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
$128,000—$192,000 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.
