Relativity Space - Long Beach, CA
posted 2 months ago
At Relativity Space, we are on a mission to revolutionize the aerospace industry and lead the way in additive manufacturing innovation. As a Principal Propulsion Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in our Engine Systems & Test Team, which is dedicated to the design, development, and testing of propulsion systems for our Terran R rocket. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering and innovation, contributing to the development of cutting-edge technologies that will enable humanity's expansion into space. In this role, you will be responsible for driving engine system architecture and concept of operations (CONOPS) trades, managing engine interfaces, and negotiating requirements to optimize the overall vehicle performance. Your expertise will be crucial in supporting engine system development, analysis, simulation, and testing. You will collaborate closely with component engineers, manufacturing teams, and test teams to ensure the successful delivery of propulsion systems that meet our ambitious goals. As a principal engineer, you will have a significant impact on the development trajectory of our current engine and future iterations. You will mentor junior engineers while also learning from experienced mentors within the propulsion team. This collaborative environment fosters continuous improvement and innovation, allowing you to grow both personally and professionally. The challenges presented by our novel Aeon R engine will provide you with opportunities to solve complex problems and contribute to the advancement of aerospace technology. To thrive in this role, you should be a self-starter with a strong desire to learn and improve. You will be expected to lead projects to completion with minimal oversight, demonstrating ownership and problem-solving skills. Your ability to deliver on ambitious schedules, even when unconventional solutions are required, will be essential to your success. This position requires an average of 15% travel to our test and launch sites, and you may occasionally need to work weekends or adjusted schedules to meet critical milestones.