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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
This role involves designing and testing critical mechanisms for a commercial rocket, including stage separation systems, landing gear, and deployment mechanisms. It's suitable for experienced mechanical engineers who thrive in fast-paced hardware development and want hands-on ownership of flight-critical systems.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
- 5+ years of full cycle design engineering experience 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 ability
- Hands-on hardware build experience
- Ability to communicate and 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 demanding fast-paced development environments
- Experience with NX, TeamCenter, Ansys or Femap
- Experience with Python or MATLAB
- Hands-on experience with fabrication and prototyping such as machining, 3D printing, welding, or woodworking