Manufacturing Engineer II, Paint & TPS

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

2d•$104,000 - $156,000

About The Position

Relativity Space is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer II to own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System (TPS) materials from design release through successful installation on the Terran R launch vehicle. The role develops build flows that enable efficient, high-quality processes and support production-rate scaling. The engineer will drive first builds and improve existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build work-order creation, and specification authoring. They will support production personnel with responsive issue resolution, provide feedback to upstream teams, monitor large-scale part movements, and give clear direction to promote safety. The role also develops manufacturing capabilities to improve process capability, quality, and throughput, while collaborating with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners. The Manufacturing team is responsible for process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for Terran R. Its work ranges from factory-floor layout and tooling development to collaboration with vehicle engineering on rocket design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or another engineering discipline.
At least 2 years of progressive, related work experience.
Experience with 3D and 2D design and drafting in accordance with ASME Y14.5M; NX is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with engineering and manufacturing groups to 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.
Highly self-motivated, with the 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 installation on the Terran R launch vehicle.
Lay out build flows for 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 by resolving issues responsively and providing upstream feedback.
Monitor large-scale part movements and provide clear, concise direction to ensure safety.
Identify, develop, and implement manufacturing capabilities that increase the capability, quality, and throughput of Paint and Thermal Protection System processes.
Build strong working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners to meet company objectives.