Composite Manufacturing Engineer I - Rocket Production

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Long Beach, CA to own the manufacture of composite assemblies for TerranR from design release through installation onto the launch vehicle. You will partner with design engineering and critical suppliers to develop a manufacturable product and scale production with time.

You’ll drive internal processes for composite manufacturing, support shop floor teams, and build strong relationships across Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical engineering, or related field with 1–2 years of progress and related work experience.
• 3D & 2D design/drafting experience per ASME Y14.5M (NX preferred).
• Strong interpersonal skills to interface with engineering and manufacturing teams for manufacturability inputs.
• Experience with at least two processes: composites manufacturing, autoclave or OOA processing, adhesive bonding, trim and drill operations, machining, mechanical fastening and torquing operations, lifting, tool design and fabrication, work center development.
• Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Own the manufacture of composite assemblies for TerranR from design release through successful installation onto the launch vehicle—partner with design engineering and critical suppliers to develop a manufacturable product, capable of scaling production rate with time
• Drive development of internal processes for composite manufacturing, including lamination, trimming, drilling, surface preparation, adhesive bonding, mechanical assembly, grounding and repair to ensure consistent quality and compliance with design requirements and industry best practices
• Drive first build efforts and improve existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build work order creation, and specification authoring
• Support the shop floor and production personnel through responsive issue resolution and provide upstream feedback as we innovate the next generation of manufacturing technology
• Develop strong working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure all company objectives can be met

Skills

Composite manufacturing

3D/2D design drafting

Interpersonal skills

High-pressure prioritization

Trade studies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

NX

ASME Y14.5M

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Long Beach, CA to own the manufacture of composite assemblies for TerranR from design release through installation onto the launch vehicle. You will partner with design engineering and critical suppliers to develop a manufacturable product and scale production with time.

You’ll drive internal processes for composite manufacturing, support shop floor teams, and build strong relationships across Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain,