Launch Mechanical Engineer II: Lead Design & Analysis

Relativity Space, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity

PTO

Sick leave

Parental leave

Learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space in Long Beach designs and builds rockets with autonomy, ownership, and impact at every level. Lead mechanical design projects from concept to implementation, coordinate with vehicle and ground systems teams, and develop detailed CAD drawings and schematics for fluid and electrical systems.

You will perform structural analyses, present concepts to cross-functional teams, and apply rigorous engineering to deliver safe, feasible, and high-quality results on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum 2 years of professional engineering experience in structural systems, mechanical design, or related areas.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including structural analysis and fluid systems design.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality results on schedule, even in challenging conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects from concept through implementation using sound engineering principles.
• Coordinate technical requirements with vehicle and ground support engineering teams.
• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, 2D mechanical drawings, fluid system schematics, and electrical system schematics.
• Perform structural, dynamic, and system performance analyses using hand calculations and FEM.
• Present design concepts and project updates to engineering and cross-functional teams, emphasizing functionality, feasibility, and safety.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

2D drawings

FEM analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

PDM/PLM tools

Job description

Relativity Space in Long Beach designs and builds rockets with autonomy, ownership, and impact at every level. Lead mechanical design projects from concept to implementation, coordinate with vehicle and ground systems teams, and develop detailed CAD drawings and schematics for fluid and electrical systems.

You will perform structural analyses, present concepts to cross-functional teams, and apply rigorous engineering to deliver safe, feasible, and high-quality results on schedule.