Relativity Space
Manufacturing Engineer I, Paint and TPS
$90K–$136K
Long Beach, California +1 · Full-time · Posted Aug 3, 2026
- Location
- Long Beach, California
Long Beach, California, United States - Experience
- 1-2 years of progressive and related work experience.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical engineering, or another engineering discipline.
About the job
Own and improve the manufacturing process for applying Paint and Thermal Protection System materials to the Terran R launch vehicle, from design release through installation.
What you'll do
- Develop efficient, scalable build flows and lead first builds, including assembly sequencing, mBOMs, work orders, and specifications.
- Resolve production-floor issues and provide feedback to engineering to improve manufacturability and manufacturing technology.
- Coordinate part movements safely and work with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or another engineering discipline.
- 3D and 2D design/drafting experience per ASME Y14.5M.
- Working experience with at least 2 of the listed manufacturing processes.
- Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals.
Nice to have
- NX experience.
- New product introduction of aerospace hardware or processes, project management, manufacturing execution or quality management systems, or a master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
Pay
$90,000 — $136,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
ASME Y14.5M, NX, mBOM
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