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Lead – Embedded Software

Updated on 9/4/2024

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

$166k - $205kAnnually

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

Mid, Senior

Long Beach, CA, USA

Category
Hardware Engineering
Computer Hardware Engineering
Electronic Hardware Engineering
Hardware Validation & Testing
Mechanical Hardware Engineering
System Hardware Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related technical field and 3+ years relevant experience in software development or Master’s with 1+ years of relevant experience.
  • 1+ Years of experience leading a team of multiple engineers or multiple examples of significant mentorship, coaching, and project management
  • 3+ Years of experience writing software for embedded systems in C/C++ or similar
  • Experience with software development processes including source control, bug tracking, and design documentation
Responsibilities
  • Drive architecture, Design, and development of all embedded software from battery management to high speed sensors to motor controllers
  • Own, develop, and test embedded software from low level hardware drivers to realtime control and signal processing algorithms
  • Work with partner teams such as propulsion, GNC, Avionics, launch, etc. to define system requirements, interfaces, and understand system performance impacts of avionics designs
  • Make complex technical decisions such as risk mitigation, evaluation of trade studies, and anomaly investigations

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