Senior Avionics Survivability Engineer

Visa Hunt; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space in California is seeking a Lead Avionics Survivability Engineer to guide the survivability team. You will ensure Terran R’s electrical and electronic systems withstand launch and spaceflight environments, managing EMC, radiation effects, and EEE reliability from components to vehicle integration.

This role requires leading cross-functional teams, shaping survivability requirements, assessing risks, and driving mitigation strategies across avionics, propulsion, GNC, and flight

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7+ years of survivability engineering experience in harsh environments.
• Deep knowledge of EMC/EMI, radiation effects, and EEE reliability.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and test programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead survivability requirements definition and risk mitigation for Terran R.
• Oversee EMC testing, radiation testing, and component qualification across the vehicle.
• Collaborate with avionics, propulsion, and structures to ensure integration and risk mitigation.
• Drive design decisions through analysis, testing, and verification activities.

Skills

EMC/EMI

Radiation effects

EEE component reliability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

EMC test facilities

Radiation test facilities

Job description

Relativity Space in California is seeking a Lead Avionics Survivability Engineer to guide the survivability team. You will ensure Terran R’s electrical and electronic systems withstand launch and spaceflight environments, managing EMC, radiation effects, and EEE reliability from components to vehicle integration.

This role requires leading cross-functional teams, shaping survivability requirements, assessing risks, and driving mitigation strategies across avionics, propulsion, GNC, and flight