Senior Technical Recruiter

🏢 Summary: Lead Systems Engineer role focused on owning launch vehicle system requirements, architecture development, and system-level integration for advanced space missions. The position involves leading multidisciplinary teams, managing verification and validation, and supporting launch campaigns and flight operations. This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role in a fast-paced aerospace environment requiring security clearance eligibility. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering or related field, 10+ years of engineering experience in aerospace, defense, launch vehicles, spacecraft, missile, or high-reliability systems, Experience developing and managing system requirements, Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams, Experience with system integration, verification, and validation, Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle development, U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (export regulations compliance), Ability to obtain and maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: MBSE, Cameo, MagicDraw, Capella, DOORS, Jama, ICDs, SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR, GNC, Avionics, Propulsion, SystemsEngineering, Verification, Validation 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Space Kinetic is a dual use space technology startup building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of proliferated drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions while reducing the ecosystem's reliance on consumable fuel. In a world where many companies are focused on incrementally improving the status quo, we are focused on creating something entirely different – an architecture underpinned by new first principles to meet the opportunities and challenges of the third space age head-on. Our goal is to move away from one-to-one space architectures – where each satellite in a constellation has one (or a small # of) primary payloads attached to the bus -- and unlock a 'one-to-many' system, where each satellite has a large number of payloads which can be deployed from their host spacecraft at high velocities without firing a thruster. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week. Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, and a high level of commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. What You'll Do: We are seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to be a key contributor to our current programs. Own the development, allocation, and management of launch vehicle system requirements. Lead vehicle-level architecture development and system design trades. Define and maintain requirements traceability from mission objectives through subsystem implementation and verification. Coordinate technical activities across propulsion, structures, avionics, software, GNC, manufacturing, and test organizations. Lead system-level integration efforts and identify interface requirements between vehicle subsystems. Develop and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs), system specifications, and verification plans. Support design reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, FRR, and other program milestones. Lead technical risk identification, mitigation planning, and resolution activities. Support anomaly investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions during testing and flight operations. Define system verification and validation strategies and ensure successful execution. Support launch campaigns, integrated vehicle testing, and flight readiness activities. Serve as a technical leader and mentor for systems engineering processes and best practices. What It Takes: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical discipline. 10+ years of engineering experience with complex aerospace, defense, launch vehicle, spacecraft, missile, or high-reliability systems. Experience developing and managing system requirements. Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams. Experience with system integration, verification, and validation activities. Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and lifecycle development. Excellent communication and technical leadership skills. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder). Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance is required. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Engineering or related technical field. Experience with launch vehicles, spacecraft, satellites, missile systems, or defense aerospace programs. Experience leading System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR). Experience developing and managing Interface Control Documents (ICDs). Familiarity with MBSE tools such as Cameo, MagicDraw, Capella, or similar platforms. Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, or equivalent. Understanding of mission analysis, flight operations, and launch vehicle architecture. Experience supporting flight test programs and launch campaigns. Active security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one. What We'd Love: Strong systems thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to balance technical detail with vehicle-level decision making. Comfort working across organizational boundaries and engineering disciplines. Strong ownership mentality and ability to drive issues to closure. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment where rapid iteration and execution are critical. Where You'll Be: The position is onsite at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. What We Offer: Equity-Based Compensation Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure Health and Wellness Stipend Commuter Benefits ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on interviews, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range $90,000—$110,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Senior Mixed Signal Electrical Engineer role focused on designing and maturing advanced electrical prototypes for space systems, including custom motor controllers, embedded systems, and power electronics for flight-ready applications. The position involves analog and digital circuit design, PCB development, testing, debugging, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced aerospace startup environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field, 7+ years of hands-on electrical engineering experience, Experience developing hardware for aerospace, defense, robotics, or similar industries, Experience designing analog circuitry, Experience designing digital circuitry and output drivers, Experience working with embedded systems, Proficiency in circuit design, schematic creation, and component selection, Experience with schematic and PCB design tools, Experience building and testing electrical systems or prototypes, Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals and system integration, Ability to troubleshoot circuits and debug hardware, Hands-on experience with lab equipment, Experience collaborating with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors, Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment, U.S. citizenship, permanent residency, or eligibility under ITAR regulations, Ability to obtain or maintain Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: Altium, PCB, Embedded, C, Microcontrollers, Sensors, Electronics, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, Power, Schematics, ICDs, BOMs, Debugging, Testing, Circuitry 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Drones have fundamentally changed the nature of conflict and maneuver. The next theater to be changed by drone technology is space. Space Kinetic is a space technology startup company building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of drone technology to space missions without relying on consumable fuel. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week.Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, anda high levelof commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. Position Overview: The Senior Electrical Engineer, Power Electronics & Embedded Systems (Mixed Signal) will play a critical role in designing, building, and maturing prototypes for Space Kinetic's core technology. You will design systems that process both analog and digital signals and bridge the gap between real-world physical inputs like pressure and temperature sensors and the processor in an embedded system. With your knowledge of analog electronics, you will design signal conditioning circuitry and with additional knowledge of discrete electronic components and integrated circuits, you will help design actuator controllers like the driver circuitry required in a motor controller and the interfaces to power electronics. You will support the team in refining the electrical architecture of the current prototype and driving the system closer to a flight-ready configuration with each iteration.Your first project will involve a custom motor controller with power levels never before implemented in space and an electromechanical system with novel energy recycling functions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking concepts from schematic to hardware, solving complex electrical challenges, and working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to bring cutting-edge space hardware to life. What You'll Do: Design, develop, and build electrical prototypes for Space Kinetic's core technology. Refine and finalize the current prototype's electrical design to support all phases of prototype maturation. Undertake and complete circuit design tasks, generate detailed schematics, and perform component selection aligned with environmental and system requirements. Apply detailed tolerancing, design-for-manufacture principles, and thorough documentation across all electrical prototype phases. Support PCB layout design and coordinate with external vendors for fabrication and assembly of PCB components. Collaborate closely with the Space Kinetic manufacturing and engineering team to integrate electrical systems into mechanical assemblies. Verify and validate your electrical designs through testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and iteration to improve system reliability and performance. Actively participate in design reviews, contribute to system-level engineering discussions, and ensure the electrical subsystem progresses toward flight-readiness. Support the creation and maintenance of electrical documentation, including BOMs, wiring diagrams, interface control documents (ICDs), and test procedures. Ensure each design iteration moves the system closer to a flight-ready prototype aligned with Space Kinetic's 2-year flight demonstration goal. What It Takes: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematic) field. Experience developing hardware for aerospace, defense, robotics, or similarly rigorous applications. A minimum of 7 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience, ideally involving prototype development. Experience designing analog circuitry such as signal conditioning circuitry. Experience designing digital circuitry and output drivers such as gate drivers and motor drivers. Experience working with embedded systems. Proficiency in circuit design, schematic creation, and component selection. Experience working with Schematic / PCB design tools (e.g., Altium). Demonstrated experience building and testing electrical systems or prototypes. Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals, wiring practices, and system integration. Ability to troubleshoot circuits, debug hardware, and iterate rapidly. Hands-on experience with lab equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers). Experience collaborating with vendors for PCB fabrication and assembly. Excellent documentation, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving requirements. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder). Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance. Preferred Qualifications A minimum of 9 years of hands-on electrical engineering experience. Experience in developing embedded systems. Experience in developing power electronics. Experience with the C programming language. Knowledge of field-oriented controls, microcontrollers, sensors, and power electronics. Experience with environmental or functional testing of electrical systems. *Our vision is unique, and so is the team we're building. If you're driven to succeed in this role, even if your background doesn't fully align with every qualification, we want your application. Where You'll Be: The position will be on site at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. What We Offer: Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades aredeterminedby role, level, location, and alignment with market data.Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range $140,000 – $180,000The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range$140,000—$180,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Opportunity for an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer to lead the end-to-end design and development of circuit cards and electronics hardware for spacecraft and mission-critical aerospace systems. The role involves hands-on schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, testing, and integration of analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics in demanding space environments. This is a highly technical, on-site position requiring ownership of flight hardware from concept through production. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field, 3+ years of professional electrical engineering experience, Experience designing circuit cards, schematics, and PCBs for spacecraft, aerospace, defense, or high-reliability applications, Experience with spacecraft hardware or spacecraft electrical systems, Experience with flight systems, avionics, or mission-critical electrical hardware, Strong knowledge of analog and digital circuit design, Experience with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer, Experience owning board-level hardware through design, layout, bring-up, debugging, and testing, Experience with component selection and technical documentation, U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (ITAR compliance), Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance 📃 Skills: Altium, PCB, Analog, Digital, Mixed-signal, Power, EMI, EMC, Avionics, Embedded, Signal-integrity, Thermal, Vibration, Vacuum, ITAR 🏢 Description: A New Paradigm For Space Operations. Who We Are: Drones have fundamentally changed the nature of conflict and maneuver. The next theater to be changed by drone technology is space. Space Kinetic is a space technology startup company building a completely new architecture for space operations – one that brings the advantages of drone technology to space missions without relying on consumable fuel. This is not a role for someone looking for a traditional 40-hour work week.Space Kinetic is building ambitious, first-of-its-kind technology, and that requires urgency, ownership, anda high levelof commitment to changing the foundational assumptions for everything we do in space. Position Overview: As a Senior Electrical Hardware Design Engineer you will own the design, development, integration, and testing of circuit cards and related electronics hardware for spacecraft and other advanced aerospace and defense systems. You will work closely with mechanical, software, systems, manufacturing, and test engineers to develop space rated flight hardware that performs reliably in demanding environments. What You'll Do: Design, develop, and validate schematics, PCB layouts, circuit cards, electrical interfaces, and supporting electronics hardware. Own circuit card design from concept through schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, debugging, testing, and release. Develop analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics designs for embedded systems, sensors, actuators, controllers, and related flight hardware. Perform component selection, circuit analysis, worst-case analysis, derating reviews, and design trade studies. Support PCB stack-up definition, grounding strategies, signal integrity considerations, power integrity considerations, and EMI/EMC design practices. Work closely with mechanical and thermal teams to support electronics packaging, board-level thermal management, heat dissipation strategies, and environmental constraints. Develop and execute electrical test plans for circuit cards, subsystems, and integrated hardware. Collaborate with firmware, software, and controls teams to integrate electronics hardware with embedded processors, sensors, communication interfaces, and control systems. Support design for manufacturability, design for test, prototype builds, supplier coordination, and transition from engineering development to repeatable production. Drive rapid design iterations in a hands-on development environment where hardware is designed, built, tested, and improved quickly. What It Takes: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related engineering discipline. 7+ years of professional electrical engineering experience. Experience designing electrical hardware, circuit cards, schematics, and PCBs for spacecraft, satellites, aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability applications. Experience working on spacecraft hardware or spacecraft electrical systems. Experience with flight systems, flight electronics, avionics, or other mission-critical electrical hardware. Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design. Experience with schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Designer. Experience owning board-level hardware through design, layout, bring-up, debugging, and testing. Experience selecting components and working with datasheets, reference designs, and supplier documentation. Strong engineering fundamentals and ability to make sound design decisions with incomplete information. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. 9+ years of experience designing electronics for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, missile systems, aircraft, defense systems, or other mission-critical hardware. Experience with flight-qualified or flight-intent hardware development. Experience with mixed-signal PCB design, power electronics, motor controllers, sensor interfaces, battery-powered systems, or embedded control hardware. Experience with board-level thermal management, electronics packaging, heat sinking, thermal interfaces, and thermal testing. Experience with high-density PCB design, impedance-controlled routing, grounding strategies, stack-up definition, and signal integrity best practices. Knowledge of EMI/EMC design practices and qualification testing. Experience with environmental testing including vibration, shock, thermal, and vacuum testing. Experience working with PCB fabricators, contract manufacturers, component suppliers, and external test labs. Familiarity with aerospace standards, high-reliability design practices, and configuration-controlled hardware development. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder). Ability to maintain or obtain a Government Security Clearance. What You'll Bring Strong technical judgment and engineering fundamentals. A hands-on approach to electrical design, debugging, and problem solving. Deep interest in circuit card design and the details that make electronics reliable in real-world environments. Ability to work across electrical, mechanical, thermal, software, manufacturing, and systems engineering disciplines. Comfort operating in an environment with ambitious schedules, evolving requirements, and challenging technical goals. A practical understanding of how design choices affect manufacturability, testability, reliability, and performance. A desire to see hardware through the full lifecycle — from concept and schematic design to PCB layout, bring-up, qualification, integration, and fielded operation. *Our vision is unique, and so is the team we're building. If you're driven to succeed in this role, even if your background doesn't fully align with every qualification, we want your application. Where You'll Be: The position will be on site at our headquarters in El Segundo, CA. What We Offer: Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based Compensation Highly Competitive PTO and Holiday Calendar Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Unique Performance-Based Bonus Structure ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about ITAR here Equal Employment Opportunity: Space Kinetic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades aredeterminedby role, level, location, and alignment with market data.Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range $120,000 – $160,000The annual base salary for this role is below. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education/experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity. Pay Range$120,000—$160,000 USD

🏢 Summary: Lead the development and delivery of space-ready avionics compute and storage systems for interplanetary spacecraft, driving next-generation in-space computing capabilities. The role focuses on designing, prototyping, and integrating high-performance compute hardware while balancing spacecraft constraints and collaborating closely with software and science teams. You will own end-to-end system development from concept through flight-ready hardware in a fast-paced, iterative environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field, 7+ years experience designing digital, compute-centric electronic systems, Experience leading design and delivery of complex electrical systems, Experience with RF and compute-heavy systems, Hands-on experience in thermal and electromechanical environments, Strong knowledge of systems engineering and interface management, Experience with risk management for complex technical programs 📃 Skills: ElectricalEngineering, Avionics, RF, CPU, GPU, TPU, EmbeddedSystems, DigitalElectronics, SystemsEngineering, ThermalAnalysis, EMI, HardwareIntegration, NonVolatileStorage, ComputeArchitecture, RadiationHardening 🏢 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 Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and operated. The program aims to enable scientists to send instruments to distant worlds without decades of development or prohibitive costs. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers. About the Role: As the Avionics Systems Lead Engineer within the Interplanetary Program, you will own revolutionizing the next generation of in-space compute and storage capability by leveraging the latest terrestrial technologies and challenging the status quo of how high-capability compute and storage are done in the space sector. You will be responsible for delivering fully functional space-ready compute units to the flight spacecraft as well as setting up ground-based hardware twins for hardware in the loop and terrestrial based compute capability. You will be working closely with the science team to maximize capability by balancing the compute (CPU, GPU, TPU, etc..), memory, storage needs with the technical constraints of the flight spacecraft (power, thermal, EMI, mechanical, etc…). This role will also work closely in conjunction with the software team to bring up the core software infrastructure both on the spacecraft and on the ground side, and iterating with the software team to ensure the full compute system operates as intended in all environments. This role will be a high responsibility, high autonomy, and high accountability role within a fast-paced, iterative environment, where rapid prototyping, early testing, and continuous learning are key to success. You’ll lead hands-on development campaigns to evaluate key technologies, derisk interfaces, and validate performance before full system integration. You’ll also work across internal and external teams to turn concepts into hardware, balancing agility and rigor as you move quickly from analysis to prototypes to flight-ready systems. About You: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field 7+ years designing and delivering digital, compute-centric electronic systems Proven experience leading design and delivery of complex electrical systems, including RF and compute-heavy projects Hands-on work with challenging thermal and electromechanical environments Strong grasp of systems engineering, interface management, and risk management principles for complex programs Excellent technical communication, problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills Nice to haves but not required: Direct architecture or EE design experience with non-volatile storage, mobile compute, and/or server class computing is a plus Experience with compute and storage survivability in space and radiation environments is a plus Hiring Range and Leveling:Senior Engineer: $166,500 - $203,500 USDStaff Engineer: $197,000 - $241,000 USDLeveling and compensation will be finalized after the interview process, based on an evaluation of job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.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:$179,000—$241,000 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.

🏢 Summary: Lead the development of next-generation space-ready compute and storage systems for interplanetary spacecraft, delivering flight hardware and ground-based hardware-in-the-loop twins. The role focuses on architecting high-performance avionics solutions that balance compute capability with spacecraft constraints such as power, thermal, EMI, and mechanical limits. You will drive end-to-end design, prototyping, integration, and validation in a fast-paced, iterative environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field, 7+ years designing digital, compute-centric electronic systems, Experience leading design and delivery of complex electrical systems, Experience with RF and compute-heavy systems, Hands-on work in thermal and electromechanical environments, Strong systems engineering and interface management knowledge, Risk management experience in complex programs, Ability to collaborate across hardware and software teams 📃 Skills: Avionics, Electronics, RF, CPU, GPU, TPU, Storage, Memory, SystemsEngineering, EMI, Thermal, HardwareIntegration, Prototyping, Compute, ElectricalEngineering 🏢 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 Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and operated. The program aims to enable scientists to send instruments to distant worlds without decades of development or prohibitive costs. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers. About the Role: As the Avionics Systems Lead Engineer within the Interplanetary Program, you will own revolutionizing the next generation of in-space compute and storage capability by leveraging the latest terrestrial technologies and challenging the status quo of how high-capability compute and storage are done in the space sector. You will be responsible for delivering fully functional space-ready compute units to the flight spacecraft as well as setting up ground-based hardware twins for hardware in the loop and terrestrial based compute capability. You will be working closely with the science team to maximize capability by balancing the compute (CPU, GPU, TPU, etc..), memory, storage needs with the technical constraints of the flight spacecraft (power, thermal, EMI, mechanical, etc…). This role will also work closely in conjunction with the software team to bring up the core software infrastructure both on the spacecraft and on the ground side, and iterating with the software team to ensure the full compute system operates as intended in all environments. This role will be a high responsibility, high autonomy, and high accountability role within a fast-paced, iterative environment, where rapid prototyping, early testing, and continuous learning are key to success. You’ll lead hands-on development campaigns to evaluate key technologies, derisk interfaces, and validate performance before full system integration. You’ll also work across internal and external teams to turn concepts into hardware, balancing agility and rigor as you move quickly from analysis to prototypes to flight-ready systems. About You: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field 7+ years designing and delivering digital, compute-centric electronic systems Proven experience leading design and delivery of complex electrical systems, including RF and compute-heavy projects Hands-on work with challenging thermal and electromechanical environments Strong grasp of systems engineering, interface management, and risk management principles for complex programs Excellent technical communication, problem-solving, and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills Nice to haves but not required: Direct architecture or EE design experience with non-volatile storage, mobile compute, and/or server class computing is a plus Experience with compute and storage survivability in space and radiation environments is a plus Hiring Range and Leveling:Senior Engineer: $166,500 - $203,500 USDStaff Engineer: $197,000 - $241,000 USDLeveling and compensation will be finalized after the interview process, based on an evaluation of job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.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:$179,000—$241,000 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.

🏢 Summary: Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer role focused on designing, developing, and delivering flight-qualified spacecraft avionics systems for deep-space missions within the Interplanetary Program. The position involves full lifecycle ownership from concept through integration, testing, and launch, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The engineer will define avionics architecture and technical standards for future interplanetary missions. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field, 5+ years of experience in avionics or electronics design for aerospace or complex systems, Experience taking hardware design from concept through production with minimal supervision, Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout, Experience with embedded software interfaces, Experience with system-level testing and verification, Ability to collaborate cross-functionally in fast-paced engineering environments 📃 Skills: Avionics, PCB, Schematic, Embedded, Electronics, Integration, Verification, Testing, Hardware, Aerospace 🏢 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 Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and operated. The program aims to enable scientists to send instruments to distant worlds without decades of development or prohibitive costs. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers. About the Role: As a Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer within the Interplanetary Program at Relativity Space, you will take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of spacecraft avionics systems from concept through flight. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable, high-performance avionics that enable deep-space exploration. This position requires a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can execute with autonomy. You will help define the foundation of Relativity’s future interplanetary avionics architecture while setting the technical standards for future team growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop complete avionics systems, including architecture, design, integration, and verification, from initial concept through flight-qualified hardware Collaborate with propulsion, guidance and control, thermal and software teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of avionics systems Implement robust design and test processes that ensure reliability and safety for deep-space missions Lead the technical execution of avionics hardware builds, including PCB design, harnessing, embedded systems, and environmental qualification Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage component selection, testing, and delivery schedules Maintain accurate design documentation, test plans, and reports, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills About You: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering avionics or electronics for aerospace systems or similarly complex environments Demonstrated ability to take a design from concept through production with minimal supervision Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded software interfaces, and system-level testing Proven track record of working cross-functionally and communicating technical information clearly to diverse audiences Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills Nice to haves but not required: Direct technical experience in Mars missions is a plus Experience with NASA aerospace systems engineering practices in an applied / new-space manner is a plus Experience with deep-space or high-radiation avionics systems Background in spaceflight hardware environmental testing and qualification 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:$148,000—$203,500 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.

🏢 Summary: Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer responsible for leading the design, development, integration, and delivery of spacecraft avionics systems for interplanetary missions from concept through flight. The role focuses on building reliable, high-performance hardware for deep-space exploration while defining avionics architecture and technical standards. You will work cross-functionally to ensure successful system integration and flight qualification. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field, 5+ years of experience in avionics or aerospace electronics development, Experience delivering avionics systems from concept to production, Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout, Experience with embedded systems and system-level testing, Experience leading hardware builds and environmental qualification, Ability to work cross-functionally in complex engineering projects 📃 Skills: PCB, Schematic, Embedded, Avionics, Electronics, Aerospace, Testing, Verification, Integration, Harnessing 🏢 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 Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and operated. The program aims to enable scientists to send instruments to distant worlds without decades of development or prohibitive costs. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers. About the Role: As a Senior Avionics Hardware Engineer within the Interplanetary Program at Relativity Space, you will take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of spacecraft avionics systems from concept through flight. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable, high-performance avionics that enable deep-space exploration. This position requires a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can execute with autonomy. You will help define the foundation of Relativity’s future interplanetary avionics architecture while setting the technical standards for future team growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop complete avionics systems, including architecture, design, integration, and verification, from initial concept through flight-qualified hardware Collaborate with propulsion, guidance and control, thermal and software teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of avionics systems Implement robust design and test processes that ensure reliability and safety for deep-space missions Lead the technical execution of avionics hardware builds, including PCB design, harnessing, embedded systems, and environmental qualification Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage component selection, testing, and delivery schedules Maintain accurate design documentation, test plans, and reports, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills About You: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field 5+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering avionics or electronics for aerospace systems or similarly complex environments Demonstrated ability to take a design from concept through production with minimal supervision Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded software interfaces, and system-level testing Proven track record of working cross-functionally and communicating technical information clearly to diverse audiences Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills Nice to haves but not required: Direct technical experience in Mars missions is a plus Experience with NASA aerospace systems engineering practices in an applied / new-space manner is a plus Experience with deep-space or high-radiation avionics systems Background in spaceflight hardware environmental testing and qualification 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:$148,000—$203,500 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.

🏢 Summary: The role is for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) embedded within the flight software team, responsible for building and owning automated test frameworks and hardware-in-the-loop infrastructure for high-power satellite systems. The position focuses on enabling reliable, rapid deployment of spacecraft flight software through robust CI/CD integration and end-to-end subsystem test coverage. This is a hands-on engineering role centered on developing scalable test systems for mission-critical space hardware. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related STEM field, or equivalent experience, Experience building and maintaining test automation frameworks, Experience with CI/CD systems, Experience with version control using Git, Ability to design and develop automated test infrastructure, U.S. Person status or eligibility for export control license (ITAR compliance) 📃 Skills: Python, Rust, Git, GitLab, GitHub, Jenkins, CI/CD, HIL, SIL, RTOS, Embedded, Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, UART, Ethernet, SpaceWire, RS-422, RS-485, Oscilloscopes, JIRA, Shell 🏢 Description: K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role The software team at K2 builds software across the stack, from gateware & micro firmware to high level satellite control to Ground Software and all the associated testing, and we're looking for an SDET who shares our belief that test infrastructure is a first-class engineering discipline. You will be embedded directly within the flight software team, working shoulder-to-shoulder with the engineers writing the code that flies our spacecraft owning the automation frameworks, test tooling, and HIL infrastructure that make rapid, confident software deployment possible. This role is not a QA function. You will be a builder. In your first 6 months, you will design and ship core test automation frameworks and integrate them into our CI/CD pipelines. In your first year, you will own end-to-end test coverage across multiple spacecraft subsystems and lead HIL testing campaigns alongside flight software engineers, proving the software is ready to go to space. In your first two years, you will have operated your test systems against hardware that has been launched to orbit. Responsibilities Design, develop, and own software test frameworks targeting K2's flight software stack, including subsystems for propulsion, GNC, power, thermal, and communications Build and maintain automation tooling that integrates seamlessly into CI/CD pipelines, enabling fast and reliable flight software deployment Develop hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) test infrastructure in close collaboration with flight software engineers Create tooling for test execution, data collection, and anomaly triage that gives engineers clear, actionable signal Reduce flaky and nondeterministic tests; continuously improve coverage, pipeline reliability, and test execution speed Collaborate with flight software, avionics, and systems engineers to define test requirements, write test plans, and execute verification campaigns Analyze test results to identify and characterize failures, and drive resolution across the team Maintain documentation for test infrastructure, procedures, and hardware configurations Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field, or equivalent professional experience Experience building and maintaining test automation frameworks, not just executing tests written by others Experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab Pipelines, GitHub Actions, Jenkins) and version control (Git) Nice to Have Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testbeds or embedded systems testing Experience testing avionics, spacecraft, robotics, autonomous vehicles, or other safety-critical hardware Rust programming experience, including embedded or no_std environments Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal embedded firmware Familiarity with aerospace communication protocols (RS-422/485, Ethernet, UART, SpaceWire, Ethernet) Experience with electronics test equipment: oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies Containerization experience (Docker, Kubernetes) for test environment management Experience with Embedded Linux Familiarity with shell scripting Compensation and Benefits: Base salary range for this role is $135,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision/ coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks If you don't meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

🏢 Summary: Staff Avionics Hardware Engineer role focused on leading the end-to-end design, development, integration, and flight qualification of spacecraft avionics systems for deep-space missions. The position involves defining avionics architecture, executing hardware builds, and ensuring reliable, high-performance systems for interplanetary exploration. The engineer sets technical standards and collaborates cross-functionally to deliver flight-ready hardware. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, 6+ years of experience in avionics or aerospace electronics development, Experience delivering avionics systems from concept to production, Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout, Experience with embedded software interfaces, Experience with system-level testing and verification, Ability to lead hardware builds including PCB design and harnessing, Experience with environmental qualification of aerospace hardware 📃 Skills: Avionics, PCB, Schematic, Embedded, Electronics, Aerospace, Integration, Verification, Testing, Harnessing, Architecture, Hardware 🏢 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 Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and operated. The program aims to enable scientists to send instruments to distant worlds without decades of development or prohibitive costs. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers. About the Role: As a Staff Avionics Hardware Engineer within the Interplanetary Program at Relativity Space, you will take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of spacecraft avionics systems from concept through flight. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable, high-performance avionics that enable deep-space exploration. This position requires a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can execute with autonomy. You will help define the foundation of Relativity’s future interplanetary avionics architecture while setting the technical standards for future team growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop complete avionics systems, including architecture, design, integration, and verification, from initial concept through flight-qualified hardware Collaborate with propulsion, guidance and control, thermal and software teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of avionics systems Implement robust design and test processes that ensure reliability and safety for deep-space missions Lead the technical execution of avionics hardware builds, including PCB design, harnessing, embedded systems, and environmental qualification Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage component selection, testing, and delivery schedules Maintain accurate design documentation, test plans, and reports, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills About You: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field 6+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering avionics or electronics for aerospace systems or similarly complex environments Demonstrated ability to take a design from concept through production with minimal supervision Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded software interfaces, and system-level testing Proven track record of working cross-functionally and communicating technical information clearly to diverse audiences Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills Nice to haves but not required: Direct technical experience in Mars missions is a plus Experience with NASA aerospace systems engineering practices in an applied / new-space manner is a plus Experience with deep-space or high-radiation avionics systems Background in spaceflight hardware environmental testing and qualification 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:$175,000—$241,000 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.

🏢 Summary: Staff Avionics Hardware Engineer role focused on leading the design, development, integration, and flight qualification of spacecraft avionics systems for deep-space missions. The position involves owning avionics architecture from concept through production and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver reliable, high-performance hardware. The engineer will define technical standards and support the growth of interplanetary avionics capabilities. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field, 6+ years of experience in avionics or aerospace electronics design, Experience delivering avionics systems from concept to production, Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout, Experience with embedded software interfaces, Experience with system-level testing and verification, Ability to lead avionics hardware builds, Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams 📃 Skills: PCB, Schematic, Embedded, Avionics, Electronics, Aerospace, Verification, Integration, Testing, Hardware, Architecture, Harnessing 🏢 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 Interplanetary Sciences Program was established to expand access to scientific exploration across our solar system. Its mission is to make planetary research faster, more affordable, and more capable than ever before by rethinking how science missions are designed, built, and operated. The program aims to enable scientists to send instruments to distant worlds without decades of development or prohibitive costs. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers. About the Role: As a Staff Avionics Hardware Engineer within the Interplanetary Program at Relativity Space, you will take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of spacecraft avionics systems from concept through flight. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable, high-performance avionics that enable deep-space exploration. This position requires a highly motivated engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can execute with autonomy. You will help define the foundation of Relativity’s future interplanetary avionics architecture while setting the technical standards for future team growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop complete avionics systems, including architecture, design, integration, and verification, from initial concept through flight-qualified hardware Collaborate with propulsion, guidance and control, thermal and software teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of avionics systems Implement robust design and test processes that ensure reliability and safety for deep-space missions Lead the technical execution of avionics hardware builds, including PCB design, harnessing, embedded systems, and environmental qualification Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage component selection, testing, and delivery schedules Maintain accurate design documentation, test plans, and reports, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills About You: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field 6+ years of experience designing, developing, and delivering avionics or electronics for aerospace systems or similarly complex environments Demonstrated ability to take a design from concept through production with minimal supervision Hands-on experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, embedded software interfaces, and system-level testing Proven track record of working cross-functionally and communicating technical information clearly to diverse audiences Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment, demonstrating adaptability and problem-solving skills Nice to haves but not required: Direct technical experience in Mars missions is a plus Experience with NASA aerospace systems engineering practices in an applied / new-space manner is a plus Experience with deep-space or high-radiation avionics systems Background in spaceflight hardware environmental testing and qualification 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:$175,000—$241,000 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.