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Principal Structures Engineer

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Relativity Space

Relativity Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Produces and launches 3D printed rockets

Aerospace
Industrial & Manufacturing

Compensation Overview

$196k - $253kAnnually

+ Equity + PTO + Sick Leave + Parental Leave + Learning and Development Stipend

Expert

Long Beach, CA, USA

Headquartered in Long Beach, CA.

Category
Materials & Structures
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • 12+ years of experience in a design engineering role
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
  • Experience with industry-standard CAD packages such as NX, Creo, or Solidworks
  • Working knowledge of structural analysis (hand calculation, Finite Elements Methods and industry tools) and test
  • Fundamental knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure mechanisms
  • Fundamental knowledge of additive and traditional manufacturing processes
  • Full life cycle project ownership experience
Responsibilities
  • Innovative conceptualization of structural load path, design for complex structures and adjacent system packaging
  • Review of static & dynamic load inputs, material properties & test as well as structural systems & subsystems requirements
  • Analysis and sizing of flight structures to ensure timely design reviews and drawing release
  • Develop and support hardware test campaigns, including test integration, operation and result evaluation
  • Support manufacturing process development

Relativity Space focuses on producing and launching 3D printed reusable rockets, catering to the growing demand for space infrastructure. Their main product, the Terran R, is designed to launch various payloads into space, including satellites and future manned missions. The rockets are made using advanced 3D printing techniques, which simplify the manufacturing process, lower costs, and reduce production time. This approach allows Relativity Space to offer a competitive alternative in the aerospace market. Unlike traditional rocket manufacturers, their emphasis on reusability and innovative designs sets them apart. The company's goal is to provide efficient and cost-effective launch services, as demonstrated by their successful launch of Terran 1, the largest 3D printed object, into space.

Company Stage

Series F

Total Funding

$2.4B

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

29%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Winning an $8.7 million U.S. Air Force contract for additive manufacturing research underscores Relativity Space's technological prowess and potential for further innovation.
  • Securing a multiyear launch contract with Intelsat highlights the company's growing credibility and market acceptance.
  • The $267 million expansion at Stennis Space Center, creating 630 jobs, indicates robust growth and significant investment in infrastructure.

What critics are saying

  • The abandonment of the Terran 1 vehicle after a single test flight raises concerns about the reliability and scalability of Relativity Space's technology.
  • Competition from other companies, including those launching methane-fueled rockets, could impact market share and growth prospects.

What makes Relativity Space unique

  • Relativity Space leverages advanced 3D printing technology to produce rockets, significantly reducing production complexity and costs compared to traditional manufacturing methods.
  • The company's focus on reusable rockets, particularly the Terran R, positions it as a cost-effective and sustainable alternative in the commercial space economy.
  • Relativity Space's successful launch of Terran 1, the world's largest 3D printed object, demonstrates its pioneering capabilities in aerospace manufacturing.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision coverage

Wellness stipend

401(k)

Equity

11 company holidays

Generous PTO policy

Monthly lunches, game nights, & offsite events

Parental leave

Annual learning stipend