Manufacturing Engineer II, Paint and TPS

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

7d•$104,000 - $156,000

About The Position

Relativity Space is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II specializing in Paint and Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for the development and production of the Terran R launch vehicle. The engineer will be responsible for the application of Paint and TPS materials from design release through installation, ensuring an efficient, high-quality process that can scale with production demands. Key responsibilities include driving first build efforts, improving product lines through design integration and assembly sequencing, developing build documentation, and supporting shop floor operations with issue resolution and feedback. The role also involves monitoring large-scale part movements, ensuring safety, and collaborating with various internal teams and external partners to meet company objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in aeronautical, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline with 2+ years progressive and related work experience.
3D & 2D design/drafting working experience per ASME Y14.5M (NX preferred).
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with engineering and manufacturing groups to understand process constraints and provide design inputs for improved manufacturability.
Working experience with at least 2 of the following processes: adhesive bonding, soft goods manufacturing, coating processes, machining, mechanical fastening and torquing operations, trim and drill operations, composites manufacturing, critical lifting, tool design and fabrication, work center development.
Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals.
Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Nice To Haves

New product introduction of an aerospace hardware product or process with proven success.
Experience in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of typical manufacturing execution systems and quality management systems.
Master's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System materials from design release through successful installation onto the Terran R launch vehicle.
Lay out the build flow to ensure an efficient, high-quality process capable of scaling production rate with time.
Drive first build efforts and improve existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build work order creation, and specification authoring.
Support the shop floor and production personnel through responsive issue resolution and provide upstream feedback as we innovate the next generation of manufacturing technology.
Monitor large scale part movements and ensure safety through clear and concise direction.
Develop strong working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure all company objectives can be met.