Engine Systems Design & Analysis Team- Senior Propulsion Analyst

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking aerospace company as a Senior Propulsion Analyst, where your expertise will shape the future of rocket technology. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for conducting critical analyses on the Aeon-R engines, ensuring their reliability and performance as they power the Terran R vehicle. Collaborate closely with a passionate team of engineers to develop innovative solutions and support the full lifecycle of engine systems. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in aerospace and additive manufacturing, all while working towards the goal of interplanetary exploration. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant analysis experience with complex engineering systems.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis and CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thermal, structural, and dynamic analyses on Aeon-R engines.
• Collaborate with mechanical designers to optimize engine solutions.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Mechanical Engineering

Data Processing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics

Tools

CAD Software

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

ANSYS Workbench

Job description

Engine Systems Design & Analysis Team- Senior Propulsion Analyst

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. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket, fulfills the growing demand for launch capacity, thanks to our iterative approach that accelerates design, testing, and development while minimizing costs.

Your journey with us is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology, additive manufacturing, and the human experience alongside a community of passionate, creative individuals. Join us on this extraordinary journey, as we work together to transform our vision into reality.

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.
• 5+ 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:

$130,000 - $166,000 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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