Staff Structures Test Engineer

Relativity Space • Long Beach, CA

80d

About The Position

The Factory Test team is responsible for all hazardous testing in our Long Beach facilities. We use our breadth of experience and collaborative engineering approach to support everything from very large structural tests to precise valve actuation. To that end, we design, build, and operate all test assets from initial concept to test execution. If you enjoy working on a multi-disciplinary team with a broad mandate and want to put hands on hardware, then this is the team for you. As a Staff Structures Engineer on the Factory Test team, you will be responsible for the design, fabrication, and activation of test stands and fixtures for our Terran R launch vehicle. Based in Long Beach, our engineers are responsible for the full design cycle on projects ranging from fast and temporary to permanent, long-term infrastructure. You will identify the key stakeholders across many partner teams, surface the key questions, and drive the resolution of complex test constraints. You will be a key mentor and advisor for the test department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field
• 7+ years of experience designing, analyzing, and building metallic structures
• Experience with the complete design cycle from requirements generation to functional product
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting, including expert knowledge of GD&T
• Thorough understanding of engineering fundamentals and their application
• Expert level knowledge of structural analysis using NASTRAN or similar tools
• Track record of delivering complex and innovative projects on time and on budget

Nice To Haves

• Previous design experience with weld size analysis
• Hands-on experience with metalworking, welding, hydraulics, manufacturing, etc.
• Experience operating construction equipment (forklift, telehandler, excavator, boom crane, etc)
• Ability to automate workflows using Python, VBA, etc
• Willing to work at heights, in confined spaces, in a dirty environment, and away from your desk

Responsibilities

• Design and analysis of static and/or dynamic test stands
• Creation of fabrication drawings, procurement, and project management
• Assembly, commissioning, and operation of test stands
• Review and approval of test stand designs
• Help solve new and wide-ranging challenges as an expert in the field
• Serve as an accomplished designer and analyst of critical structural systems

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees