Launch Mechanical Systems Lead

Relativity; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 176,000; Full time

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.