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$164,000 – $246,000
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
You'll lead the mechanical design of rocket mechanisms like stage separation and landing gear systems, working through the complete engineering lifecycle from concept to flight test. This role suits experienced mechanical engineers who thrive in fast-paced aerospace environments and want hands-on ownership of hardware that reaches orbit.
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What they ask for
Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
- 8+ years in full cycle design engineering with CAD, analysis, build and test
- Knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic/hydraulic actuation, mechatronics and instrumentation
- Knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure modes
- Basic 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
- 10+ years of aerospace experience or advanced engineering degree
- Experience with launch vehicle mechanisms and multi-body dynamics analysis
- Experience in demanding fast-paced development environments
- Experience with design tools like NX, TeamCenter, ANSYS or Femap and engineering scripting languages like Python or MATLAB
- Hands-on fabrication/prototyping experience such as machining, 3D printing, welding, or woodworking