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Staff Robotics Hardware Engineer

Senior • On-site

14,333 - 19,708 USD/yr

Long Beach, CA

At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.

Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.

About the Team:

Relativity Space pioneered large-scale additive manufacturing with our Terran 1 rocket, the largest 3D-printed object to fly. Now a distinct business unit within Relativity, Horizon Manufacturing Technologies is advancing next-generation manufacturing for aerospace and beyond. The team operates at the frontier of manufacturing innovation, where creativity meets capability. This is an environment where cutting-edge R&D is put into production, industrializing advanced manufacturing capabilities to solve customer problems. You’ll work alongside welders, robotics engineers, data scientists, and systems engineers at the intersection of hardware and software, creating an end-to-end additive manufacturing platform that serves a wide variety of applications. From exploring new materials to unlocking faster print speeds, to designing complex, organic geometries that can’t be built any other way, it’s high-impact work that sets the foundation for the future of advanced manufacturing.

As a Staff Robotics Hardware Engineer, you will contribute to the design, development and integration for our exciting, cooperative multi-robot system. You will be paving the way for advanced autonomous manufacturing (both additive and subtractive) by creating robotic control hardware/software that will use modern robotic arms and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in exciting new ways. Your knowledge, skills and vision will be present throughout the project and your solutions will help pave the way to a more advanced industrial base across the country.

About the Role:

  • Work with a dedicated team of inventive engineers building a cohesive, next-generation robotics platforms that will change the world of autonomous manufacturing
  • Robotic Arm Control Systems: Working with cutting edge, Beckhoff MX PLC and TwinCAT systems to create patentable, high-end robotic platforms
  • AMR Development: Lead the design and creation of a custom autonomous mobile robot that will operate and navigate factory environments under load
  • WAAM and Manufacturing Collaboration: Work closely with our team of outstanding welders, manufacturing specialists and technicians to develop custom tools/systems for tackling advanced additive/subtractive manufacturing problems
  • Integration and Testing: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software engineers and system integrators to ensure seamless integration of robotic software with centralized codebase. Conduct thorough testing and validation of the software to guarantee system functionality and reliability
  • Safety: Cultivate safety-critical hardware and software practices and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
  • Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team and own project goals/deliverables

About You:

  • BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or Robotics
  • 7+ years of experience in related field such as manufacturing, robotic arm control, autonomous mobile robot design, and/or robotic systems
  • 3+ years of experience with TwinCAT and TwinSAFE, including the design and implementation of robotic control systems
  • 3+ years programming and configuring Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), such as Beckhoffs, for industrial automation.
  • Familiarity with protocols such as EtherCAT, CANbus, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and safety protocols (FSoE, profiSAFE) used in industrial automation.
  • 2+ year of experience leading technical teams
  • Capability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in automation systems, ensuring reliability and performance.
  • Proven ability to successfully conceptualize, architect and implement complex software solutions in a team environment
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills for leading a team and achieving cross-functional project goals

Nice to haves but not required:

  • Experience with industrial robot arms (KUKA, ABB, Autonox, UR etc. )
  • Past work with building and operating autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)
  • Knowledge of motion control concepts and experience setting up motor drives
  • Understanding of robotics kinematics, 3D transformations, quaternions and linear algebra
  • Industrial safety certifications (TUV Safety Certification, Functional Safety ISO 13849, ISO 12100)
  • Experience working with industrial machinery and manufacturing processes including but not limited to welding, grinding and milling.
  • Proficiency in creating software for embedded environment in Python, C, and/or C++
  • Familiarity with Robot Operating System (ROS2)
  • Passion for staying updated with the latest advancements in automation and robotics technologies. Willingness to explore and experiment with new tools and methodologies to enhance system capabilities.

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

Hiring Range:
$172,000$236,500 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.

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The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team: The Additive Technology team operates at the frontier of research and development, where creativity meets capability. This is an R&D-driven environment where problems are open-ended and solutions are yours to define. You’ll work alongside welders, robotics engineers, data scientists, and systems engineers at the intersection of hardware and software, creating an end-to-end additive manufacturing platform that serves a wide variety of applications. From exploring new materials to unlocking faster print speeds, to designing complex, organic geometries that can’t be built any other way, it’s high-impact work that sets the foundation for the future of additive manufacturing. About the Role: We’re seeking a Staff Network Engineer to architect, implement, and maintain the networking infrastructure that powers our large-scale metal additive manufacturing platform. This is a hands-on, systems-level role embedded in a multidisciplinary R&D team that includes robotics, machine learning, data, and software engineers. You'll be responsible for designing and deploying local networks that connect robotic systems, sensors, edge compute devices, and operator interfaces throughout our manufacturing facility. This includes supporting wired and wireless systems, tuning network performance for time-sensitive workloads, and ensuring alignment with our enterprise IT security posture. This is not a traditional IT helpdesk or maintenance role—your focus will be on building systems, collaborating with domain experts, and solving unique real-world networking problems in a production environment. Design, implement, and maintain high-performance local networks across multiple robotic cells and compute systems Collaborate with robotics and infrastructure teams to support deterministic or low-latency communication where needed Configure and manage switches, routers, and wireless access points in both experimental and production environments Interface with our enterprise IT security team to ensure compliance while enabling local R&D flexibility Support network-level debugging, monitoring, and diagnostics Own documentation and standardization for networking infrastructure in the facility Help scale and adapt the network as new systems come online and data volumes grow About You: 5+ years of experience designing, deploying, and operating network infrastructure in industrial, R&D, manufacturing, or high-performance computing (HPC) environments Strong experience with wired and wireless networking technologies, including switch and router configuration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management Hands-on experience with Linux-based systems and CLI-driven network configuration and diagnostics Proven ability to work on-site in technical environments, collaborating closely with hardware, software, and systems engineers Experience supporting industrial or manufacturing environments, including uptime-critical and production-floor networks Nice to haves but not required: Familiarity with time synchronization technologies, such as IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol (PTP-2008 / PTPv2 and/or IEEE 1588-2019 / PTPv2.1) Experience supporting real-time systems, robotics platforms, or deterministic/low-latency networks Exposure to ROS, DDS, MQTT, or similar real-time or publish/subscribe messaging frameworks Experience with network automation and configuration management tools (e.g., scripting, infrastructure-as-code, or orchestration frameworks) Experience designing or supporting high-bandwidth, low-latency video or sensor data platforms Experience operating in regulated or compliance-driven environments, including ITAR, CUI, or similar requirements At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.Hiring Range:$157,000—$215,500 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.

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Relativity

Sr Director, Tooling Engineering

Senior

On-site

Long Beach, CA

18,583 - 25,583 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Leadership role responsible for defining and executing tooling strategy and overseeing design, fabrication, and commissioning of complex tooling systems to enable safe, efficient, and scalable rocket production. The position manages cross-functional programs, drives cost, schedule, and technical performance, and ensures tooling readiness for new and evolving hardware. It combines deep technical expertise in tooling design with people leadership in a high-performance manufacturing environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience, 12+ years of experience in tooling design or manufacturing engineering, 6+ years of people leadership experience, Expert-level proficiency with CAD systems, Experience with PLM systems, Experience leading large-scale tooling initiatives for complex hardware, Strong knowledge of GD&T and tolerance analysis, Strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes, Experience managing cross-functional technical programs balancing cost, schedule, and performance 📃 Skills: CAD, PLM, NX, Teamcenter, CATIA, SolidWorks, GD&T, Machining, Composites, Welding, Additive, Manufacturing, Tooling 🏢 Description: At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team: The Tooling and Factory Automation team sits at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and automation, making everything from large-scale structural fixtures to small tools that directly enable Terran R’s production. As a design group embedded within the manufacturing organization, we dig deep into the needs of our internal partners to understand root problems, propose solutions, and deliver hardware to help build faster, scale smarter, and work better. The team is also at the forefront of Relativity’s growing factory automation efforts, an increasingly critical part of scaling production of Terran R at existing and future facilities. You’ll have the autonomy to make decisions, field solutions, and see them in action on the factory floor. Ultimately, you’re not just designing tools or automated processes; you’re defining how rockets and factories get built. About the Role: Lead and develop a high-performing team of tooling engineers delivering solutions that enable safe, efficient, and repeatable production. Define and execute the long-term tooling strategy, aligning priorities across design, manufacturing, and operations to support current and future production goals. Oversee design, fabrication, and commissioning of complex tooling systems that improve manufacturability, quality, and throughput across multiple work centers. Manage the tooling project portfolio, driving cost, schedule, and technical performance to ensure readiness for both production and development programs. Partner with design engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure tooling readiness for new product introductions and continuous product evolution. Standardize best practices for design documentation, preventive maintenance, and configuration control to ensure reliability and compliance across all tooling assets. About You: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent experience). 12+ years of experience in tooling design, manufacturing engineering, or related field, with 6+ years in people leadership. Expertise with CAD and PLM systems (e.g., NX, Teamcenter, CATIA, SolidWorks). Demonstrated experience leading large-scale tooling initiatives for complex hardware (structures, assemblies, or propulsion). Strong understanding of GD&T, tolerance analysis, materials, and manufacturing processes (machining, composites, weldments, additive). Proven ability to manage cross-functional programs balancing cost, schedule, and performance. Nice to haves but not required: Experience in aerospace, automotive, or oil & gas production environments with rapid development cycles. Background in Lean manufacturing and Design for Manufacturability (DFM). Experience with factory automation, lifting and handling systems, or test tooling. Strong leadership presence with ability to coach and scale engineering organizations. At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.Hiring Range:$223,000—$307,000 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.

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Relativity Space

Staff Mechanisms Engineer

Senior

On-site

Long Beach, CA

15,375 - 18,792 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Senior Mechanisms Design Engineer responsible for leading the full design, analysis, build, and test lifecycle of flight mechanisms for the Terran R rocket, including stage separation, payload deployment, aero actuation, and landing gear systems. The role involves cross-functional collaboration and integration of mechanisms into additively manufactured primary structures. Ownership spans conceptual design through manufacturing and flight-ready hardware delivery. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field, 8+ years of full-cycle design engineering experience (CAD, analysis, build, test), Experience designing mechanical mechanisms for high-performance systems, Knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic and hydraulic actuation, mechatronics, instrumentation, Knowledge of structural strength, stability, and fatigue failure modes, Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and surface treatments, Hands-on hardware build and testing experience, Ability to lead technical projects and conduct trade studies 📃 Skills: CAD, NX, TeamCenter, Ansys, Femap, Python, MATLAB, Kinematics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, Structures, Fatigue, Manufacturing, Additive, Machining, Welding, 3Dprinting 🏢 Description: At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team: The Structures and Mechanisms team is responsible for the full design, build, and test lifecycle of Terran R’s integrated structures and flight mechanisms. Whether you're working on highly iterative mechanisms that move or tight-margin structures that shouldn’t, you’ll get hands-on hardware ownership and see the rocket coming to life on the factory floor. Both teams fall under one department, sharing design principles, tools, and an integrated approach that provides a comprehensive view of Terran R. Team members work on multiple parts, not just within a single subsystem, and are empowered to make decisions that directly impact flight hardware. Beyond first flight, you’ll play a critical role in refining for manufacturability and speed. About the Role: To support our mission of changing the way rockets are built and flown, you will guide the design of Terran R mechanisms such as stage separation, payload deployment, aero control features and landing gear. To be successful, you will be working collaboratively with partner groups such as structures, avionics and fluids; and leverage our additive process and design freedom to design and build better products. The scope of work encompasses a full design cycle, including conceptualization, trade studies, design, analysis, manufacturing and testing of components. Here are some examples of projects you could be working on: Design and test the Terran R stage separation or fairing deployment system Innovative conceptualization of the Terran R landing gear or aero surfaces actuation Definition of design criteria and subsystems requirements Review of static and dynamic load inputs, material properties & manufacturing process Conduct trade studies on different mechanism design concepts and present to leadership Your mission will be to deliver on time and budget. You will be challenged to integrate as many subsystems within our printed primary structure, and support the development of our additive process to make this a reality. To achieve this, you will be working closely with our vehicle design, test and loads teams, as well as our additive and manufacturing teams. In order to be successful in this role, you should be someone who is self-motivated, thrives in ambiguity, and is able to lead his or her own projects to completion. Ideally, you are someone who has come from a fast-paced environment, having completed difficult projects with extreme ownership while collaborating effectively with other key groups. About You: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline 8+ years of experience in a full cycle design engineering role, including CAD, analysis, build and test Fundamental knowledge of kinematic synthesis, pneumatic/hydraulic actuation, mechatronics and instrumentation Fundamental knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure modes Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and surface treatments Proven track record of technical problem-solving and hands-on hardware build experience Communication and interpersonal skills to lead discussions on complex technical topics Nice to haves but not required: 10+ years of aerospace experience or an advanced engineering degree Experience with launch vehicle mechanisms and multi-body dynamics analysis Experience in a demanding fast pace development environment Experience with design engineering tools such as NX, TeamCenter, Ansys or Femap, as well as engineering scripting language such as Python or MATLAB Hands-on experience with fabrication/prototyping such as machining, 3D printing, welding, woodworking At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.Hiring Range:$184,500—$225,500 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.

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Relativity

Staff Turbomachinery Engineer, Turbine Development

Senior

On-site

Long Beach, CA

13,667 - 18,792 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Senior turbine design expert role focused on advancing turbomachinery for rocket propulsion systems, supporting the development of Aeon-R engines for the Terran R vehicle. The position involves aerodynamic and structural analysis, turbopump development, and cross-functional collaboration from concept through launch. The role requires driving complex turbine projects in a fast-paced aerospace environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Degree in Engineering or related technical field, 10+ years of relevant experience, Experience with turbine design, Experience performing aerodynamic analysis, Experience performing structural analysis, Experience with LCF methodologies, Experience with HCF methodologies, Knowledge of turbomachinery design and analysis standards, Knowledge of turbopump assembly procedures, Experience with rotor balancing, interference fits, and clearance checks 📃 Skills: Turbine, Turbomachinery, Turbopumps, Aerodynamics, Structural, LCF, HCF, Rotor, Balancing, SiemensNX, Teamcenter, Thermal, ForcedResponse 🏢 Description: At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team: The propulsion team at Relativity is responsible for the successful development of the engines that will power the Terran R vehicle. We own their design from concept through to launch and reuse. Our team partners heavily with manufacturing, test, launch, and integration teams, striving to develop our engines in record time and to support Terran R's first launch in 2026. As part of this team, you will help build, test, and iterate on the full product lifecycle of our Aeon-R engine systems, seeing them mature and eventually bring Terran R into space. About the Role We are looking for a technical expert who can help advance the state of the art of turbine design for space applications. You will collaborate closely with the propulsion development and manufacturing teams to incorporate improvements into future designs. In order to be successful in this role, you should be someone who thrives in ambiguity and is able to drive their own projects to completion. You must have the passion, tenacity and resolve to work through challenging issues unique to rocket turbopumps. We are looking for someone multifaceted, and capable of working at the interfaces of design, development, and analysis of turbomachinery. Ideally, you are someone who has come from a fast paced, aerospace environment, having completed difficult projects while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary groups. About You Degree in engineering or related technical field and 10+ years of relevant experience Experience with turbine design, performing aerodynamic and structural analysis. Experience with LCF and HCF methodologies Knowledge of industry standard turbomachinery design and analysis Strong communication skills Knowledge of turbopump assembly procedures, including rotor balancing, interference fits, clearance checks, structural proofing, and leak checks Nice to haves but not required: Experience with transient thermal/aerodynamic analysis Experience with forced response analysis Experience with in-situ mode shape/ blade deformation measurement Experience overseeing turbomachinery development and/or test campaigns Proficiency in Siemens NX and Teamcenter Experience in a startup or agile development environment Experience working in a flight development program At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.Hiring Range:$164,000—$225,500 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.

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Relativity

Director, Supplier Industrialization Engineering

Senior

On-site

Long Beach, CA

16,250 - 22,375 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Leadership role responsible for building and scaling the Supplier Development Engineering function to ensure supplier quality, reliability, and compliance for Terran R production and launch. The position drives supplier performance, quality systems implementation, and cross-functional alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain. Focused on establishing robust processes, managing supplier risk, and ensuring high-reliability aerospace standards are met. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or related), 10+ years in Supplier Industrialization, Supplier Development, or Manufacturing Engineering, 5+ years of engineering team management experience, Expert knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems, Hands-on experience with APQP, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, Control Plans, Experience building and deploying quality processes across teams, Ability to travel up to 50% 📃 Skills: AS9100, ISO9001, APQP, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, ControlPlans, Lean, SixSigma, 8D, DFM, DFA, SQMS, PLM, ERP, MES, DataAnalysis 🏢 Description: At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team: The Reliability team at Relativity Space ensures quality is built into every stage of the Terran R design and production process, embedding reliability from the very beginning. The team works directly with design, manufacturing, test, and launch teams to stay close to the hardware, understand constraints, and proactively shape decisions. As the program moves from development into production and scaled operations, this is the time to establish the right processes, controls, and inspections without slowing progress. The team plays a key role in balancing risk, fostering a culture of ownership, and making sure speed never comes at the cost of reliability. Success means creating a quality system that scales with the Terran R program and Relativity as a whole. About the Role: Develop and lead a high-performing Supplier Development Engineering team, fostering ownership, technical rigor, and data-driven decision-making. Set and execute the supplier development strategy, reliability roadmap, and SQMS processes to meet Terran R production, launch, and compliance requirements (AS9100/ISO 9001). Drive supplier performance management, establishing key metrics and scorecards to improve PPM, yield, PPAP timing, and overall supplier capability. Own major supplier risk escalation and resolution, guiding disciplined problem solving (e.g., 8D) and ensuring rapid recovery on quality or capacity issues. Lead cross-functional alignment with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain on supplier qualification, technical requirements, and NPI execution. Oversee technical and operational execution, including supplier qualification, APQP/DFM/DFA, PPAP/FAIR approvals, and CI initiatives (Lean/Six Sigma) to ensure robust manufacturing and protect build schedules. About You: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or a related technical field) 10+ years of experience in Supplier Industrialization, Supplier Development, or Manufacturing Engineering, ideally within the aerospace or a high-reliability/safety-critical industry. 5+ years of direct people management experience, including coaching, mentorship, and performance management of an engineering team Expert knowledge of quality systems (AS9100/ISO 9001) and core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FAIRs, PFMEA, Control Plans), with a proven ability to influence the implementation and compliance of key quality initiatives. Demonstrated capability to build processes from the ground up and successfully deploy them across diverse teams. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the work week when needed. Nice to haves but not required: Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or a related technical field). Professional certification such as Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or PMP. Familiarity with high-volume inspection methods and data-driven acceptance methods. Strong knowledge of enterprise applications (i.e., PLM, ERP, MES) and proficient in data analysis. At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.Hiring Range:$195,000—$268,500 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.

Technology

Relativity

Director, Supplier Development Engineering

Senior

On-site

Long Beach, CA

16,250 - 22,375 USD/yr

🏢 Summary: Lead and scale the Supplier Development Engineering function to ensure reliable, high-quality supplier performance for Terran R production and launch operations, driving quality systems, supplier qualification, and continuous improvement in a high-reliability aerospace environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or related), 10+ years in Supplier Industrialization, Supplier Development, or Manufacturing Engineering, 5+ years of direct engineering team management experience, Expert knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality systems, Advanced proficiency in APQP, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, Control Plans, Experience building and deploying quality processes across teams, Willingness to travel up to 50% 📃 Skills: AS9100, ISO9001, APQP, PPAP, FAIR, PFMEA, SPC, Lean, SixSigma, 8D, DFM, DFA, PLM, ERP, MES 🏢 Description: At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known. Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team: The Reliability team at Relativity Space ensures quality is built into every stage of the Terran R design and production process, embedding reliability from the very beginning. The team works directly with design, manufacturing, test, and launch teams to stay close to the hardware, understand constraints, and proactively shape decisions. As the program moves from development into production and scaled operations, this is the time to establish the right processes, controls, and inspections without slowing progress. The team plays a key role in balancing risk, fostering a culture of ownership, and making sure speed never comes at the cost of reliability. Success means creating a quality system that scales with the Terran R program and Relativity as a whole. About the Role: Develop and lead a high-performing Supplier Development Engineering team, fostering ownership, technical rigor, and data-driven decision-making. Set and execute the supplier development strategy, reliability roadmap, and SQMS processes to meet Terran R production, launch, and compliance requirements (AS9100/ISO 9001). Drive supplier performance management, establishing key metrics and scorecards to improve PPM, yield, PPAP timing, and overall supplier capability. Own major supplier risk escalation and resolution, guiding disciplined problem solving (e.g., 8D) and ensuring rapid recovery on quality or capacity issues. Lead cross-functional alignment with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain on supplier qualification, technical requirements, and NPI execution. Oversee technical and operational execution, including supplier qualification, APQP/DFM/DFA, PPAP/FAIR approvals, and CI initiatives (Lean/Six Sigma) to ensure robust manufacturing and protect build schedules. About You: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or a related technical field) 10+ years of experience in Supplier Industrialization, Supplier Development, or Manufacturing Engineering, ideally within the aerospace or a high-reliability/safety-critical industry. 5+ years of direct people management experience, including coaching, mentorship, and performance management of an engineering team Expert knowledge of quality systems (AS9100/ISO 9001) and core quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FAIRs, PFMEA, Control Plans), with a proven ability to influence the implementation and compliance of key quality initiatives. Demonstrated capability to build processes from the ground up and successfully deploy them across diverse teams. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the work week when needed. Nice to haves but not required: Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, or a related technical field). Professional certification such as Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE), or PMP. Familiarity with high-volume inspection methods and data-driven acceptance methods. Strong knowledge of enterprise applications (i.e., PLM, ERP, MES) and proficient in data analysis. At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.Hiring Range:$195,000—$268,500 USDWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.