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Staff Propulsion Engineer, Integrated Design

Relativity Space is building launch vehicles and factory-scale manufacturing capability for the Terran R rocket. The Propulsion Integrated Design team owns engine layout, packaging, and the design and analysis of structural and fluids components. They seek a senior engineer to lead integrated engine layout, release top-level CAD/eBOM, design critical hardware, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver manufacturable, flight-ready propulsion systems.

Skills

  • Strong fundamentals in structures, fluids, thermal, and mechanisms
  • Demonstrated project and technical leadership
  • Proficiency with CAD and CAD data management (any major platform)
  • Experience designing, analyzing, assembling, and testing hardware
  • Ability to perform system-level trade studies and integrate across disciplines
  • Familiarity with FEA and commercial tools (Ansys, Abaqus, Nastran) — preferred

Responsibilities

  • Own overall engine layout and packaging; conduct layout trade studies for engine configurations
  • Control, validate, and release CAD models and engineering BOMs for top-level engine assemblies
  • Design and analyze hardware including engine gimbal, cryogenic and hot propellant ducting, fluid manifolds, tubing, and secondary structures
  • Lead development of manufacturing and test methods to improve performance, reliability, and cost
  • Perform hands-on integration, assembly, and test oversight of propulsion hardware
  • Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Test, and Vehicle Design teams to ensure producible designs
  • Drive cross-discipline trade studies and maintain technical accountability for assigned systems

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline (required)
  • Advanced degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering or related field (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Generous PTO and sick leave
  • Parental leave
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
  • Opportunities for high ownership and rapid impact in a growth-stage company
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We are building the future of aerospace. A rocket company at the core, Relativity Space is on a mission to become the next great commercial launch company. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable launch vehicle, will reliably deliver payloads...

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March 27, 2026
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