Manufacturing Engineer II, Paint and TPS

The role

This person will own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System materials for the Terran R launch vehicle. They will drive first build efforts, support the shop floor, and develop relationships with engineering and supply chain teams.

What you will do

• Own the application of Paint and Thermal Protection System materials from design release through installation
• Lay out the build flow to ensure an efficient, high-quality process
• Drive first build efforts and improve existing product lines
• Develop mBOM, build work orders, and author specifications
• Support the shop floor and production personnel through issue resolution
• Monitor large scale part movements and ensure safety
• Develop working relationships with Engineering, Build Reliability, Supply Chain, and external partners

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical, mechanical engineering, or other engineering discipline
• 2+ years progressive and related work experience
• 3D & 2D design/drafting working experience per ASME Y14.5M
• Working experience with at least 2 of the following: adhesive bonding, soft goods manufacturing, coating processes, machining, mechanical fastening and torquing operations, trim and drill operations,
• Ability to perform trade studies using first principles and engineering fundamentals
• Highly self-motivated and able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Nice to have

• New product introduction of an aerospace hardware product or process with proven success
• Experience in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of typical manufacturing execution systems and quality management systems
• Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
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Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend

About the company

Relativity Space is building rockets to serve today's needs and tomorrow's breakthroughs. The company is developing the Terran R vehicle to deliver customer payloads to orbit.