Vehicle Mechanisms Engineer I

The role

You will guide the design of Terran R mechanisms including stage separation, payload deployment, aero control features and landing gear. The work encompasses a full design cycle including conceptualization, trade studies, design, analysis, manufacturing and testing of components.

What you will do

• Design and test the Terran R stage separation or fairing deployment system
• Innovative conceptualization of the Terran R landing gear or aero surfaces actuation
• Definition of design criteria and subsystems requirements
• Review of static and dynamic load inputs, material properties & manufacturing process
• Conduct trade studies on different mechanism design concepts and present to leadership
• Integrate subsystems within the printed primary structure
• Support the development of the additive process

Required qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering or related field
• 0-2+ years of experience in a full-cycle design engineering role, including CAD, analysis, build and test
• Active, hands on involvement in a collegiate design team (FSAE, Baja SAE, etc.)
• Fundamental knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic/hydraulic actuation, mechatronics and instrumentation
• Fundamental knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure modes
• Technical problem-solving, manufacturing processing, materials, surface treatments and hands-on hardware build experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead discussions on complex technical topics

Nice to have

• has come from a fast paced environment

Benefits

• competitive salary and equity
• generous PTO and sick leave policy
• parental leave
• annual learning and development stipend

Before you apply

• Candidates should have completed their degree requirements
• Available to begin full-time employment within 30–60 days of applying

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.