Launch Mechanical Systems Lead

Relativity

Long Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 128,000 - 176,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Generous PTO and sick leave policy
Parental leave
Annual learning and development stipend

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Long Beach is seeking a Launch Mechanical Team Lead. You will manage a talented team focused on designing mechanisms for the Terran R launch vehicle. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a test or launch environment. The role includes mentoring engineers, balancing leadership and technical projects, and significantly impacting design outcomes. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits offered.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a test or launch environment.
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in structures, mechanical design, and fluid systems.
  • Demonstrated drive to deliver on tight schedules with creative solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a small team of launch mechanical engineers.
  • Mentor engineers on fundamental engineering practices.
  • Balance leadership work with individual technical projects.
  • Directly impact launch system designs.

Skills

Mechanical design
Leadership
Problem-solving
Communication
Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Long Beach is seeking a Launch Mechanical Team Lead. You will manage a talented team focused on designing mechanisms for the Terran R launch vehicle. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in mechanical or aerospace engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a test or launch environment. The role includes mentoring engineers, balancing leadership and technical projects, and significantly impacting design outcomes. Competitive compensation and excellent benefits offered.
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