Drimva

Relativity Space

Senior Engine Systems Development Engineer

$132K–$198K

Long Beach, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Feb 4, 2025

Experience
5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in complex engineering system development and/or test environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field.

About the job

Drive rocket engine system architecture and operational trades, manage interfaces and requirements, and support engine development for Terran R.

What you'll do

  • Lead engine system architecture and CONOPS trade studies and manage engine interfaces and requirements.
  • Support engine system development, with potential work in analysis, simulation, testing, and tool development.
  • Lead collaborative projects to completion with minimal oversight.

What they ask for

  • Engineering fundamentals in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
  • Working knowledge of liquid-propellant rocket engines.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field.
  • Evidence of ownership, problem-solving, collaboration, and delivering on ambitious schedules.

Nice to have

  • Working knowledge of fluid components such as valves and instrumentation.
  • Working knowledge of engine subsystems such as combustion devices and turbomachinery.

Pay

$132,000 — $198,000 USD base salary

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