Manager, Propulsion Analysis

1 week, 1 day ago
Full-time
Lead
Operations
Relativity Space

Relativity Space

Relativity Space is a cutting-edge rocket company using 3D printing and AI to provide cost-effective reusable rockets for commercial launches, with a vision to advance industrial capabilities on Earth and Mars.

Aerospace & Defense
251-1K
Founded 2015
$1333M raised

Description

  • Manage a team of analysts responsible for Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine propulsion hardware analysis.
  • Own thermal, structural, dynamic, and durability analyses for Aeon-R engines and subsystems.
  • Analyze 3D-printed engine components, complex mechanical assemblies, and fully integrated engines for structural integrity.
  • Partner with mechanical design and manufacturing teams to develop and iterate engine and vehicle solutions.
  • Use analysis results to drive design iterations and inform engineering decisions.
  • Sign off on flight hardware readiness and acceptability.
  • Make analysis-driven decisions and risk assessments aligned with the company’s risk posture.
  • Set team vision and priorities, align work with program milestones, and drive execution with minimal oversight.
  • Provide technical leadership, establish engineering rigor and quality standards, and support recruiting, mentoring, and development of engineers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field.
  • 7+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably on complex engineering systems.
  • Proven leadership experience through mentoring, managing complex interdisciplinary projects, supporting continuous improvement, and participating in hiring.
  • Experience applying engineering fundamentals in structures, fluids, and thermodynamics.
  • Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Computer Aided Design (CAD).
  • 2+ years of direct experience analyzing liquid propellant rocket engine hardware or components (preferred).
  • Working knowledge of engine subsystems such as combustion devices, turbomachinery, valves, and integration hardware (preferred).
  • Familiarity with industry best practices and aerospace standards (preferred).
  • Exposure to or knowledge of powder bed additive manufacturing (preferred).
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver on ambitious schedules, especially when unconventional or creative solutions are required (preferred).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with equity, with a hiring range of $160,000 to $220,000 USD.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy.
  • Parental leave.
  • Annual learning and development stipend.
  • Total rewards package with additional benefits and perks.
  • Transparent compensation practices based on experience, qualifications, and job-related factors.

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