Lead, Propulsion Development Engineering Specialist

3 weeks ago

Long Beach, California, United States Relativity Space Full time
About Relativity Space

We're a pioneering company that's pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology and additive manufacturing. Our mission is to create humanity's industrial base on Mars, and we're making rapid progress towards that goal.

Job Summary

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead, Propulsion Development Engineering to join our Engine Systems & Test Team. As a key member of our team, you'll be responsible for driving engine system trades, managing engine interfaces, and supporting engine system development. You'll also lead a small team of engineers and mentor them to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive engine system trades and manage engine interfaces to optimize for the vehicle
  • Support engine system development, including analysis and simulation, testing, and tool development
  • Lead a small team of engineers and mentor them to achieve their full potential
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engines that will successfully propel the Terran rocket to orbit
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in a complex system development and/or test environment
  • At least 2+ years of direct experience with liquid-propellant rocket engines in a simulation, test, system engineering, or other development role
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in fluid mechanics & thermodynamics
  • Clear evidence of ownership, problem-solving skills, and effective team collaboration from school or work experience
  • Demonstrated drive to deliver on ambitious schedules, even and especially if unconventional & creative solutions are necessary to do so
  • Strong leadership potential, which could be demonstrated e.g. through mentoring, managing complex interdisciplinary projects, supporting continuous improvement of the people around you, or participating in growing your team through hiring
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Generous vacation policy
  • Annual L&D stipend
  • Opportunity to work on a fast-growing startup company and make rapid professional gains

We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

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