Senior Space Mechanisms Systems Engineer

Relativity Space; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 181,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Sick leave policy

Parental leave

Annual learning stipend

Job summary

Relativity Space is seeking a Senior Mechanisms Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of complex mechanism systems, such as thrust vector control. You will collaborate across teams to define operations, verification plans, and ensure system performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 5+ years experience, and proven project leadership skills. Competitive compensation ranges from $132,000 to $181,500, alongside generous benefits including PTO and parental leave.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in design, manufacturing, assembly, or test of complex mechanical systems.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary projects and deliver on ambitious schedules.
• Strong technical judgment and communication skills across engineering and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Define system concepts of operations (CONOPS), requirements, and verification plans.
• Lead integrated product activities across mechanical design and software teams.
• Drive development tests, functional verification, and flight readiness.

Skills

Mechanical design

Systems integration

Requirements verification

Technical communication

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Relativity Space is seeking a Senior Mechanisms Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of complex mechanism systems, such as thrust vector control. You will collaborate across teams to define operations, verification plans, and ensure system performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 5+ years experience, and proven project leadership skills. Competitive compensation ranges from $132,000 to $181,500, alongside generous benefits including PTO and parental leave.