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Staff Thermal Engineer

2 months ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled Thermal Engineer to join our Integrated Performance team at Relativity Space. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for driving the architecture, sizing, and development of thermal systems for our reusable launch vehicles.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and executing thermal analyses at the component, sub-system, and vehicle level
  • Directing design and development engineers in the application of thermal sciences to achieve system and component requirements
  • Developing and executing tests to support thermal systems development and qualification
  • Supporting vehicle and engine thermal system development and stage testing as well as flight operations

Requirements include:

  • Undergraduate degree in engineering or related field
  • 8+ years experience in thermal analysis
  • Proficiency in component and system level thermal and fluids analysis
  • Experience in an analysis role on an integrated vehicle program
  • Hands-on experience with writing test plans and performing testing, instrumentation, and data analysis

We offer a competitive salary and equity package, as well as a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.

About Relativity Space

Relativity Space is a leading aerospace company that is revolutionizing the launch industry with our Terran R rocket. We are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices and offer a total rewards package that includes competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more.

About the Team

Our Integrated Performance team is responsible for ensuring that our products work across all systems and disciplines, from trajectory design to aerodynamics to reliability analysis and beyond. We are a collaborative and dynamic team that is passionate about shaping the future of aerospace technology and additive manufacturing.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and equity package, as well as a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.