Full-Time

Senior Fluids Subassemblies Manufacturing Engineer

Posted on 9/13/2024

Relativity Space

Relativity Space

1,001-5,000 employees

Produces and launches 3D printed rockets

Industrial & Manufacturing
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$130k - $166kAnnually

Senior

Long Beach, CA, USA

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace, mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering
  • 5+ years of experience building and testing hardware in a manufacturing environment
  • Extensive experience authoring work instructions and/or test procedures to build and validate mechanical and fluid assemblies
  • Experience interfacing with design engineering, manufacturing, and production personnel
  • Extensive experience managing large scope of ownership
  • Experience with at least three of the following: orbital tube welding (OTW), tube bending, TIG welding, metallic fabrication, assembly procedures, precision cleaning, pressure testing, non-destructive testing/evaluation, and tooling design
Responsibilities
  • Conceptualize, develop, and manufacture innovative, cutting-edge tube bending and welding cells capable of meeting the demanding needs for the Aeon R and Terran R programs.
  • Drive the assembly’s first build and test effort through design integration, assembly sequencing, mBOM development, build and test work order creation, and specification authoring.
  • Foster a culture of critical thinking and imaginative problem-solving, constantly challenging the established norms in engineering and manufacturing, and pushing the boundaries to achieve efficient production of high-pressure fluid transport systems within the designated timelines.
  • Collaborate closely with a diverse team of engineers specializing in design, manufacturing, and reliability, as well as internal production teams and external vendors, leveraging their collective expertise to drive progress.
  • Demonstrate ingenuity and autonomy by introducing groundbreaking ideas and implementing them with utmost attention to safety, quality, and reliability, ensuring timely completion of projects.
  • Create innovative tooling solutions for both new and existing products, streamlining production to support increased output while reducing operational complexity.
  • Establish and enforce standard practices, troubleshooting guides, and standardized repair procedures, with a key responsibility of reviewing and approving planning documents.
  • Facilitate seamless day-to-day production of bent, OTW, and manually welded tubing, ensuring optimal efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
  • Challenge existing production and design requirements for tubing assemblies, utilizing data-driven insights to identify and eliminate wasteful practices, further optimizing the manufacturing process.
  • Streamline and optimize existing production systems, proactively identifying areas for cost reduction while enhancing overall quality and efficiency.

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

$1.3B

Headquarters

Long Beach, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

20%

2 year growth

32%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Relativity Space secured a multiyear contract with Intelsat for satellite launches.
  • The U.S. Air Force awarded Relativity an $8.7 million contract for additive manufacturing research.
  • Relativity's expansion at Stennis Space Center will create 630 jobs, boosting local economy.

What critics are saying

  • Relativity abandoned the Terran 1 after a single test flight, raising reliability concerns.
  • Competition from Firefly Aerospace could impact Relativity's market share in reusable rockets.
  • The Terran R rocket, yet to be built, poses risks of delays or technical issues.

What makes Relativity Space unique

  • Relativity Space uses 3D printing to build rockets with 100x fewer parts.
  • The Terran R is the world's first 3D printed reusable rocket.
  • Relativity Space offers a radically simplified supply chain in aerospace manufacturing.

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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

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