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Salary: USD 104,000 - 156,000 / annual
Relativity Space is building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. The Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting growing demand for launch capacity. The Manufacturing team owns all process development, fabrication strategy, and production equipment for Terran R, a next-generation reusable rocket.
In this role, you will own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System (TPS) materials from design release through successful installation onto the Terran R launch vehicle. You will lay out the build flow to ensure an efficient, high-quality process capable of scaling production rate over time.
Key responsibilities include:
- Drive first build efforts and improve existing product lines through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build work order creation, and specification authoring
- Support the shop floor and production personnel through responsive issue resolution and provide upstream feedback as the company innovates next-generation manufacturing technology
- Monitor large-scale part movements and ensure safety through clear and concise direction
- Develop strong working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure all company objectives are met
- Interface with engineering and manufacturing groups to understand process constraints and provide design inputs for improved manufacturability
You will work in a high-autonomy environment where you solve problems that haven't been solved before, collaborate across teams, and see your work come to life in record time. This is an opportunity to leave your mark on the product, process, and culture at a pivotal moment in the company's trajectory.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in aeronautical, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline with 2+ years progressive and related work experience
- 3D & 2D design/drafting working experience per ASME Y14.5M (NX preferred)
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with engineering and manufacturing groups
- Working experience with at least 2 of the following processes: 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, work center development
- Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals
- Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
NICE TO HAVES:
- New product introduction of an aerospace hardware product or process with proven success
- 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 related technical discipline
