Propulsion Integration & Test Engineer I, First shift

Relativity Space•Long Beach, CA

2d•$93,000 - $139,000

About The Position

Relativity Space is developing the Terran R launch vehicle and its Aeon R engines. The Engine Manufacturing team produces high-performance engines and advances manufacturing systems to improve cost, quality, and lead time. The team is focused on producing flight engines at rate for Terran R. The Propulsion Integration & Test Engineer I owns the Aeon R integrated assembly from design release through integration and shipment. The role develops build processes and specifications to meet production targets, supports production and work-center development, and authors and conducts tests to verify installed hardware health and build integrity. The engineer also helps develop manufacturing business tools and processes, including piloting long-term ERP, MES, and QMS solutions. This is a first-shift position, with hours from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. The hiring range is $93,000–$139,000 USD. Relativity Space describes its total rewards package as including competitive salary and equity, PTO and sick leave, parental leave, and an annual learning and development stipend.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
Strong communication skills and ability to write detailed work instructions and process plans.
Ability to investigate, resolve, and screen hardware non-conformances effectively.
Ability to work with and train technicians.
Ability to work with vendors to get parts made quickly and reliably.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing, subtractive manufacturing, and associated precision inspection techniques.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading a small team.
Experience in a startup or agile development environment.
Experience working in a propulsion development program.

Responsibilities

Own the Aeon R integrated assembly from design release through integration and shipment.
Develop build processes to meet production targets and reduce build issues.
Develop processes and specifications that directly affect Aeon R engine production rate.
Support production by resolving build issues, receiving and implementing technician feedback, supporting bill of materials (BOM) updates, and supporting build checkouts.
Support work-center development by considering assembly operations, tooling and capital-equipment requirements, and rate targets; support engine work-center development across sites.
Author test procedures and serve as test conductor to verify as-installed hardware health and build integrity.
Assist in developing business tools and processes for manufacturing the first launch vehicle.
Help define and pilot long-term ERP, MES, and QMS solutions for high-quality, efficient vehicle manufacturing.