Staff Engine Systems Development Engineer

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senior

$164k–$246k

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Relativity Staff Engine Systems Development Engineer at Relativity Space responsible for driving engine system architecture, managing engine interfaces, and supporting engine system development. The role involves collaborating across technical teams and applying deep technical acumen to propulsion engine design and qualification.

Responsibilities

This role may span several areas of our team depending on your skill set and the team’s needs at the time. The core responsibilities are driving engine system (architecture + CONOPS) trades, managing engine interfaces & negotiating requirements to optimize for the vehicle, and supporting engine system development overall. You may additionally support engine system analysis and simulation, engine testing, tool development, and more. In engineering at the system level, you will be expected not just to coordinate & facilitate amongst other technical teams, but to bring your own deep technical acumen to bear on problems in this highly technical role.
In order to be successful in this role, you should be capable of leading collaborative projects to completion with minimal oversight. You should also be a self-starter who is always looking for ways to improve yourself & learn more about the systems that interface with yours. Along with these high expectations comes the opportunity to have a significant influence on a fast-growing startup company and to make rapid professional gains in an environment that encourages growth and risk.
This role requires an average of 15% travel to our test & launch sites and may occasionally require shifted schedules or weekend work for critical milestones.

Qualification

Clear evidence of ownershipBachelor’s degree in a science8+ years of relevant experienceAt Relativity Space

Required

Experience applying engineering fundamentals in fluid mechanics & thermodynamics
Clear evidence of ownership, problem-solving skills, and effective team collaboration from school or work experience
Demonstrated drive to deliver on ambitious schedules, even and especially if unconventional & creative solutions are necessary to do so
Bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field
Working knowledge of liquid-propellant rocket engines
8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in complex engineering system development and/or test environment

Preferred

Working knowledge of fluid components such as valves and instrumentation
Working knowledge of engine subsystems such as combustion devices and turbomachinery
This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.
At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.