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PBF Development Engineer II

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Relativity Space

Relativity Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Produces and launches 3D printed rockets

Robotics & Automation
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning
Design
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$110k - $140kAnnually

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

Junior, Mid

Long Beach, CA, USA

Category
Materials & Structures
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to define and implement new engineering processes
  • Effectively communicate technical information within a diverse team
  • Proficient in at least one CAD program, design for additive manufacturing, and GD&T
  • Expert knowledge of laser powder bed fusion, printer primary subsystems, and post-processes
  • 2+ years of experience working in aerospace, medical devices, or ISO environments
  • 2+ years of experience in mechanical or materials engineering related roles
  • 2+ years of experience working on metallic additive manufacturing
  • Working knowledge of typical manufacturing execution systems (MES) and quality management systems
Responsibilities
  • Develop additive manufacturing processes to continuously improve manufacturing cost, quality, and lead time.
  • Produce additively manufactured components that rapidly enable high performance liquid propulsion hardware.
  • Holistically own and optimize the total manufacturing process including, design for additive, build file programing, manufacturing work instructions, and quality verification.
  • Develop, optimize, and productionize process parameters for various alloys and machine systems and develop tools and techniques to accelerate and automate that process.
  • Execute material failure investigations, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
  • Develop new tools, techniques, and applications that automate existing processes and standardize on performance-based benchmarks.
  • Support material and process team with characterization and qualification of various alloys.

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

20%

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