Propulsion Engineer Intern: Build, Test & Iterate

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA invites a Propulsion Engineer Intern for the Summer 2024 Internship Program to help design, test, and manufacture our Aeon‑R engines. You’ll contribute across the full product lifecycle, from concept through qualification and flight, collaborating with propulsion, manufacturing, and software teams to iterate hardware and tests.

The role targets current undergrad or grad students in STEM with solid fundamentals and a drive to learn quickly, owning tasks and

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field.
• Strong fundamentals in either fluid mechanics & thermodynamics, or structural design & analysis.
• Proven ownership and problem-solving abilities with teamwork experience.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist design, development, testing, and manufacturing of Relativity’s Aeon‑R engines.
• Contribute across the full product lifecycle from concept through qualification and flight.
• Collaborate with propulsion, manufacturing, and software teams to iterate hardware and test plans.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Quick learning

Education

Enrollment in a STEM program

Tools

CAD software

CFD/FEA tools

Job description

Relativity Space in Long Beach, CA invites a Propulsion Engineer Intern for the Summer 2024 Internship Program to help design, test, and manufacture our Aeon‑R engines. You’ll contribute across the full product lifecycle, from concept through qualification and flight, collaborating with propulsion, manufacturing, and software teams to iterate hardware and tests.

The role targets current undergrad or grad students in STEM with solid fundamentals and a drive to learn quickly, owning tasks and