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$132,000 – $198,000
Listed on Relativity Space’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.
What this role is
Senior engineer guiding the design and testing of rocket mechanisms like stage separation and landing gear systems, working across structures, avionics, and manufacturing teams to deliver flight-ready hardware. Suits someone with aerospace or complex product development experience who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants hands-on ownership of critical subsystems.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
- 5+ years in full-cycle design engineering including CAD, analysis, build and test
- Knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic/hydraulic actuation, mechatronics and instrumentation
- Knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure modes
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and surface treatments
- Proven technical problem-solving and hands-on hardware build experience
- Communication skills to lead discussions on complex technical topics
Nice to have
- 7+ years of aerospace experience or an advanced engineering degree
- Experience with launch vehicle mechanisms and multi-body dynamics analysis
- Experience in a demanding fast-pace development environment
- Hands-on fabrication/prototyping experience such as machining, 3D printing, welding, woodworking