Relativity Space
Manufacturing Engineer II, Paint & TPS
$104K–$156K
Long Beach, California, United States · Full-time · Posted Oct 27, 2026
- Experience
- 2+ years of progressive and related work experience.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical engineering, or another engineering discipline.
About the job
Owns the development and production implementation of Paint and Thermal Protection System processes for the Terran R launch vehicle, from design release through installation.
What you'll do
- Develop build flows and support first builds, including assembly sequencing, mBOMs, work orders, and specifications.
- Resolve production-floor issues and provide feedback to engineering to improve manufacturability.
- Develop manufacturing capabilities to improve process quality, capability, and throughput.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical, or another engineering discipline.
- Working experience with 3D and 2D design/drafting per ASME Y14.5M.
- Experience with at least two listed processes, including adhesive bonding, coating processes, machining, composites manufacturing, or tool design and fabrication.
- Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals; strong interpersonal skills and ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Nice to have
- NX; successful aerospace hardware or process introduction.
- Experience managing multiple projects; working knowledge of manufacturing execution or quality management systems; master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
Pay
$104,000 — $156,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
ASME Y14.5M, NX
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