Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer - Lead Production

Relativity Space, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Integrated Components in Long Beach, CA to own and develop manufacturing and test processes for Aeon‑R engine subassemblies. You’ll drive manufacturability improvements, collaborate with partners, and lead cross‑functional projects in a hands‑on, high‑mix environment.

You have 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, strong propulsion knowledge, and experience with NX, Ansys, and GD&T.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong foundational knowledge of propulsion systems, mechanics of materials, and thermal‑fluid systems to investigate and resolve hardware defects.
• Ability to work with and train technicians in a hands‑on hardware environment, writing work instructions, and process plans for complex assemblies, and drive implementation of improvement and corrective actions.
• Vendor management experience including selection, defect disposition, and quality management.
• Proficiency with additive/subtractive manufacturing, precision inspection, GD&T (ASME Y14.5), and FEA using Ansys or similar tools.
• Experience with tooling design using Siemens NX or other CAD tools, including conceptualization, modeling, analysis, and fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop manufacturing and test processes for 3D printed and machined Aeon‑R engine components and subassemblies
• Drive continuous improvements in manufacturability, assembly, and delivery of components, ensuring hardware meets all aspects of the intended design
• Collaborate with manufacturing partners and technicians by writing work instructions, conducting root cause analysis, resolving issues, and tracking and reducing lead time
• Partner with supply chain to develop and manage external supplier relationships, ensuring on‑time hardware delivery
• Work hands‑on in a fast‑paced, often novel, high‑mix environment while collaborating cross‑functionally and driving projects to completion
• Build a strong manufacturing team and lead projects directly and cross‑functionally

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Propulsion knowledge

GD&T

ANSYS/FEA

CAD: NX

Vendor management

Hands-on fabrication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Siemens NX

Ansys

3D printing

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Integrated Components in Long Beach, CA to own and develop manufacturing and test processes for Aeon‑R engine subassemblies. You’ll drive manufacturability improvements, collaborate with partners, and lead cross‑functional projects in a hands‑on, high‑mix environment.

You have 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, strong propulsion knowledge, and experience with NX, Ansys, and GD&T.