Drimva

Relativity Space

Launch Mechanical Engineer II

$104K–$143K

Long Beach, California +1 · Full-time · Posted Sep 18, 2026

Location
Long Beach, California
Long Beach, California, United States
Experience
Minimum of two years of professional engineering experience in structural systems, mechanical design, fluid power systems, or related areas.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.

About the job

Leads mechanical design projects for Terran R launch operations, from concept through implementation, coordinating vehicle and ground support requirements.

What you'll do

  • Develop 3D CAD models, 2D mechanical drawings, and fluid and electrical system schematics.
  • Perform structural, dynamic, and system performance analyses using hand calculations and finite element methods.
  • Present design concepts and project updates to engineering and cross-functional teams.

What they ask for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • At least two years of professional engineering experience in structural systems, mechanical design, fluid power systems, or related areas.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including structural analysis and fluid systems design.
  • Ability to deliver high-quality results on schedule, including under challenging or ambiguous conditions.

Nice to have

  • Experience with launch vehicle interface mechanisms, support tooling, or similar systems.
  • Familiarity with applicable NASA, DoD, Space Force, or related industry standards; knowledge of structural materials, manufacturing, and fabrication; or experience designing complex fluid systems.

Pay

$104,000 — $143,000 USD (base salary)

Tools

3D CAD, finite element methods (FEM)

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