Launch Engineer Intern: Mechanical & Electrical

RippleMatch Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking a Launch Mechanical/Electrical Engineer Intern to contribute to the Terran R program. As an intern you’ll join the Launch team, helping design, build, and test launch hardware and ground systems while gaining exposure to propulsion, avionics, and manufacturing processes.

You will work on end-to-end tasks, use CAD/FEA tools, and collaborate across teams to advance real hardware on a fast-paced startup timeline.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or related field.
• Able to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Basic knowledge of fluid & structural components and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in end-to-end design of launch hardware using CAD and FEA.
• Support integration and operation of launch site GSE and fluid systems.
• Develop automation and tooling for ground support equipment.
• Contribute to preparations and operations for launch/integration activities.

Skills

Ownership of projects from beginning

Fast-paced startup

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's student in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD

FEA

Instrumentation basics

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking a Launch Mechanical/Electrical Engineer Intern to contribute to the Terran R program. As an intern you’ll join the Launch team, helping design, build, and test launch hardware and ground systems while gaining exposure to propulsion, avionics, and manufacturing processes.

You will work on end-to-end tasks, use CAD/FEA tools, and collaborate across teams to advance real hardware on a fast-paced startup timeline.