Relativity Space
Vehicle Fluids Hardware Development Engineer I
About this role
Relativity Space seeks a Vehicle Fluids Hardware Development Engineer to design and implement propellant, pressurant, and pneumatic systems for the Terran R launch vehicle. You'll bridge design and manufacturing, ensuring reliable, high-performance fluid systems while developing processes for rapid production and performance gains.
What you'll do
- Develop manufacturing processes and techniques to enable high-rate production and improve engine performance
- Collaborate with design and analysis teams to simplify propulsion systems and optimize for manufacturability
- Lead design for manufacturing (DFM) initiatives and participate in design reviews
- Design test setups and coordinate development, qualification, and acceptance testing of fluid systems
- Investigate test failures, implement corrective actions, and conduct data reviews
- Engage hands-on with hardware build procedures, integration, and factory operations
What they're looking for
- Aerospace systems design and propulsion fundamentals
- Manufacturing process development and optimization
- CAD and engineering analysis tools
- Fluid systems and pneumatics knowledge
- Design for manufacturing (DFM) principles
- Test planning and data analysis
- Technical communication and cross-functional collaboration
- Problem-solving and rapid iteration mindset
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Relativity Space
Relativity Space develops the Terran R reusable rocket and is hiring engineers to design, manufacture, and launch it. The company seeks Manufacturing Engineers, Launch Integration Engineers, Vehicle Structures Engineers, and Avionics Hardware Engineers to work on critical flight systems, production processes, and launch operations at Cape Canaveral.
- Website
- relativityspace.com
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with aerospace manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM) in previous roles.
- How have you balanced competing demands between design optimization and production feasibility in a fast-paced environment?