Assembler

Lead, Engine Assembly DesignJoining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven't been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you're in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you'll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we're writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it's early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.In this role, you will lead a team that is responsible for top-level ownership of Relativity's rocket engine assemblies and their various configurations. You and your team will:Own the overall layout and packaging of Aeon-R engines, in all of their different configurations (development, qualification, acceptance, first stage versus upper stage, etc.)Design and analyze final integration hardware, such as secondary structures, fluid manifolds, tubing, custom fittings, etc.Work closely with component and sub-system owners across the Propulsion department to drive towards an optimal engine design.Own and release top-level CAD models of the engine assembly.Track and report mass/mass projections of the Aeon-R engines.Own the Interface Control Diagram for Aeon-R engines, requiring close collaboration with vehicle and test stand partners.Champion configuration and change management for the Aeon-R engines.Partner closely with the Engine Integration engineers to successfully build and ship engines at rate.This role will require managing a small team, requiring strong mentorship, project management, establishing priorities, communicating with leadership, providing technical guidance, and recruiting. Close collaboration with stakeholders within Propulsion Engineering and external to Propulsion Engineering is essential. To be successful in this role, you should be someone who thrives in ambiguity and knows how to lead and guide projects to completion. Along with these expectations comes the opportunity to have a significant impact on a fast-growing team and accelerate your professional growth in an environment that values ownership, learning, and thoughtful risk-taking.About You:Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field5+ years of experience with fluid systems design and/or structural designExperience applying fluid, thermal, structural, and mechanical design fundamentalsExperience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) softwareExperience in mentoring and demonstrated leadership skillsDetail-oriented, organized, and able to follow throughDemonstrated drive to deliver on ambitious schedules, especially if unconventional & creative solutions are necessary to do soNice to haves, but not required:Experience in leading high performing teamsWorking knowledge of engine subsystems such as combustion devices, turbomachinery, valves, integration hardware, etc.Experience with large CAD model management, change management, and configuration managementExperience with Siemens NX, Teamcenter, and ANSYS workbenchFamiliarity with industry best practices and aerospace standardsFamiliarity with aerospace standards (AS, NAS, SAE, etc.)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. Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! Hiring Range: $136,000 - $204,000 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.