Engine Systems Design & Analysis Team- Propulsion Analyst II

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Propulsion Analyst II to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting thermal, structural, and durability analyses on innovative 3D-printed engine systems, ensuring reliability and performance for a groundbreaking vehicle. You will collaborate closely with mechanical designers and manufacturing engineers to develop optimal solutions, contributing to the exciting journey of launching rockets that pave the way for humanity's future in space. If you have a strong analytical background and a passion for aerospace engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of analysis experience with complex engineering systems.
• Experience in thermal, structural, and durability analyses.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses on Aeon-R engines for design decisions.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers for optimal solutions.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Thermal Analysis

Structural Analysis

Dynamic Analysis

Durability Analysis

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field

Tools

Computer Aided Design (CAD) software

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

ANSYS Workbench

Job description

Engine Systems Design & Analysis Team- Propulsion Analyst II

Long Beach, California

At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. Both contribute to our long-term vision of creating humanity’s industrial base on Mars, paving the way for interplanetary life to expand the possibilities of the human experience. This journey begins right here on Earth – where we design, build, and fly rockets to deliver customer payloads to orbit.

About the Team:

The Propulsion team at Relativity is responsible for the successful development of the engines that will power the Terran R vehicle. We own their design from concept through to launch and reuse. Our team partners heavily with Manufacturing, Test, Launch, and Integration teams, striving to develop our engines in record time and to support Terran R's first launch in 2026. As part of this team, you will help build, test, and iterate on the full product lifecycle of our Aeon-R engine systems, seeing them mature and eventually bring Terran R into space.

About the Role:

• Responsible for the thermal, structural, dynamic, and durability (fatigue/fracture) analyses on Aeon-R engines to guide design decisions and ensure reliability and performance requirements are met.
• Responsible for the analysis of 3D-printed engine components, complex mechanical assemblies, and/or the structural integrity of the fully integrated engine assembly.
• Work hand-in-hand with mechanical designers and manufacturing engineers to arrive at optimal solutions for the engine and vehicle programs.
• Develop and execute tests to support development and qualification, including hands-on work like test article integration, instrumentation setup, and data processing.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field.
• 2+ years of relevant analysis experience, preferably with complex engineering systems.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis.
• Experience with computer aided design (CAD) software.

Nice to haves, but not required:

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to follow through.
• Experience with design of liquid propulsion components and systems.
• Experience with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and ANSYS workbench.
• Familiarity with industry best practices.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards.

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.

Hiring Range: $112,000 - $143,000 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.

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