Staff Mechanisms Engineer (Actuators)

1 hour, 34 minutes ago
Full-time
Lead
IoT and Embedded Systems
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

  • Guide the design of Terran R mechanisms including stage separation, payload deployment, aero control features, and landing gear.
  • Own a full design cycle from conceptualization through trade studies, design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing.
  • Collaborate with structures, avionics, fluids, vehicle design, test, loads, additive, and manufacturing teams.
  • Use additive manufacturing and design freedom to develop improved products and integrate subsystems into the printed primary structure.
  • Design and test mechanisms such as stage separation and fairing deployment systems.
  • Develop innovative concepts for landing gear and aero surface actuation.
  • Define design criteria and subsystem requirements.
  • Review static and dynamic load inputs, material properties, and manufacturing processes.
  • Conduct trade studies on mechanism concepts and present recommendations to leadership.
  • Deliver work on time and on budget while refining designs for manufacturability and speed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 8+ years of experience in full-cycle design engineering, including CAD, analysis, build, and test.
  • Fundamental knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic/hydraulic actuation, mechatronics, and instrumentation.
  • Fundamental knowledge of structural strength, stability, and fatigue failure modes.
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and surface treatments.
  • Proven track record of technical problem-solving and hands-on hardware build experience.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead discussions on complex technical topics.
  • 10+ years of aerospace experience or an advanced engineering degree (preferred).
  • Experience with launch vehicle mechanisms and multi-body dynamics analysis (preferred).
  • Experience in a demanding, fast-paced development environment (preferred).
  • Experience with NX, TeamCenter, Ansys, or Femap, and scripting in Python or MATLAB (preferred).
  • Hands-on fabrication or prototyping experience such as machining, 3D printing, welding, or woodworking (preferred).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with equity.
  • Hiring range of $184,500 to $225,500 USD.
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy.
  • Parental leave.
  • Annual learning and development stipend.
  • Transparent and fair compensation practices.
  • Reasonable accommodation support if needed.

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