Manufacturing Engineer II, Paint & TPS

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

1d•$104,000 - $156,000

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer II will own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System materials from design release through successful installation on the Terran R launch vehicle. The role establishes build flows that support efficient, high-quality processes and can scale as production rates increase. The engineer drives first-build efforts and improves existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, manufacturing bill of materials development, build work-order creation, and specification authoring. The role supports production personnel with responsive issue resolution, provides upstream feedback as manufacturing technology develops, monitors large-scale part movements, and gives clear direction to support safety. It also identifies and implements manufacturing capabilities to improve process capability, quality, and throughput, while partnering with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners. Relativity Space’s Manufacturing team owns process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for Terran R. The team translates engineering requirements into optimized production lines and collaborates across the vehicle program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or another engineering discipline.
At least 2 years of progressive, related work experience.
Working experience with 3D and 2D design/drafting per ASME Y14.5M; NX is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with engineering and manufacturing groups, understand process constraints, and provide design inputs for improved manufacturability.
Working experience with at least two of the following: 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, or work center development.
Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals.
High self-motivation and ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Nice To Haves

Successful new product introduction of an aerospace hardware product or process.
Experience 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 a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System materials from design release through successful installation on the Terran R launch vehicle.
Lay out build flows to support efficient, high-quality processes that can scale with production rate.
Drive first-build efforts and improve existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build work-order creation, and specification authoring.
Support shop-floor and production personnel through responsive issue resolution and provide upstream feedback as manufacturing technology evolves.
Monitor large-scale part movements and ensure safety through clear, concise direction.
Identify, develop, and implement manufacturing capabilities to increase the capability, quality, and throughput of Paint and Thermal Protection System processes.
Develop working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners to meet company objectives.