Propulsion Hardware Engineer II — High-Impact Aerospace

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equity

Generous PTO and sick leave policy

Parental leave

Annual learning and development stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space in Long Beach, California, is seeking a Propulsion Hardware Development Engineer to develop and manufacture reliable engines for the Terran R vehicle. In this role, you will work closely with design and production teams, bringing your strong engineering fundamentals and aerospace manufacturing knowledge to ensure high-performance hardware.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field and a Bachelor’s degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics discipline. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Direct experience in thermodynamics, structures, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing processes and techniques for engine performance.
• Work with design teams to simplify propulsion systems.
• Participate in design reviews and DFM initiatives.
• Coordinate testing of systems and conduct data reviews.
• Design tooling for manufacturing and testing.
• Create development build and test schedules.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing techniques

Engineering fundamentals

CFD tools (ANSYS)

FEA tools (ANSYS)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Job description

Relativity Space in Long Beach, California, is seeking a Propulsion Hardware Development Engineer to develop and manufacture reliable engines for the Terran R vehicle. In this role, you will work closely with design and production teams, bringing your strong engineering fundamentals and aerospace manufacturing knowledge to ensure high-performance hardware.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a relevant field and a Bachelor’s degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics discipline. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.