Staff Network Engineer Long Beach, California

Company Overview At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. When this role is joined, you’ll help advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of a culture where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. You’ll solve problems that haven’t been solved before, help develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up, and collaborate across functions to see your work come to life in record time. About the Team The IT team is responsible for the full scope of computing infrastructure, end‑user systems, servers, virtualization, cloud, networking, software services, telecommunications, and information security. The team balances near‑term execution with long‑term vision, developing scalable solutions to enable the company’s growth. About the Role We are seeking a Staff Network Engineer experienced in designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise and industrial wireless networks across corporate, manufacturing, marine, and hazardous environments. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in 802.11 wireless technologies, 802.1X authentication, and the ability to deliver high‑reliability Wi‑Fi solutions for industrial equipment, IoT/OT systems, and handheld devices such as Zebra scanners. Responsibilities Design and implement enterprise‑grade Wi‑Fi networks for corporate offices, manufacturing plants, and hazardous locations in compliance with applicable safety standards. Conduct predictive modeling, RF site surveys, and spectrum analysis. Diagnose and remediate brownfield wireless environments, optimizing coverage, capacity, roaming, and performance. Implement and maintain secure 802.1X authentication (EAP‑TLS, PEAP, RADIUS) and integrate with Active Directory, ISE, or similar platforms. Support connectivity for industrial systems, autonomous equipment, wireless sensors, and handheld scanning devices (e.g., Zebra, Honeywell). Collaborate with IT and OT teams to ensure reliable Wi‑Fi service for operational technology and enterprise applications. Develop and maintain detailed wireless documentation, including coverage maps, channel plans, and configuration standards. Perform root‑cause analysis of wireless performance issues using tools such as Wireshark, NetAlly, or vendor diagnostics. Participate in planning and design reviews to ensure scalability, security, and alignment with organizational standards. Periodic travel on a monthly cadence (up to 20%) is required. About You (Qualifications) 5+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise wireless networks in corporate, industrial, or hazardous environments. Hands‑on experience with major wireless vendors (Cisco, Aruba, Juniper Mist, etc.). Proficiency with 802.1X authentication, RADIUS, and EAP methods in enterprise deployments. Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, including antenna selection, propagation, and environmental interference factors. Demonstrated experience performing predictive and post‑deployment analyses using professional Wi‑Fi design tools. Familiarity with industrial wireless requirements such as hazardous area compliance and high‑reliability for production tools. Skilled at troubleshooting wireless connectivity for handheld devices and IoT clients, particularly Zebra or similar industrial scanners. Excellent documentation, analytical, and communication skills. Nice to Haves Certifications such as CWNA, CWDP, CWSP, or vendor‑specific equivalents. Experience with BGP and OSPF routing protocols. Experience with SD‑WAN technologies. Experience with CMMC certification at levels 1–3. Experience in regulated or IT‑compliant environments, including ITAR and CUI. Experience supporting industrial OT segmentation and secure manufacturing environments. Familiarity with certificate lifecycle management and PKI infrastructure for enterprise authentication systems. Compensation & Benefits At Relativity Space, we offer competitive salary and equity, generous PTO and sick leave, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more. Hiring Range: $157,000 - $215,500 USD Equal Opportunity Statement We 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr