Lead Propulsion Design Engineer

About The Role You will lead a team that is responsible for the design and analysis of integration hardware, as well as overall engine layout and packaging. This role requires managing a small team, strong mentorship, project management, establishing priorities, communicating with leadership, providing technical guidance, and recruiting. Close collaboration with stakeholders within Propulsion Engineering and external teams is essential. Designs and packaging trades will be informed by both fluid and structural analytical and computational models. You will strategically leverage 3D printing, as well as traditional manufacturing methods, to dramatically reduce the cost, weight, and part count of Aeon‑R. To be successful, you should thrive in ambiguity and know how to lead and guide projects to completion.About You Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field5+ years of experience with fluid systems design and/or structural designExperience in mentoring and demonstrated leadership skillsExperience with computer‑aided design softwareExperience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and commercial tools such as Ansys, Abaqus, or NastranExperience applying fluid, thermal, structural, and mechanical design fundamentalsNice To Haves, But Not Required Experience in leading teamsExperience in the design of liquid propulsion components and systemsExperience with Siemens NX and Teamcenter, specificallyExperience with large CAD model management, change management, and configuration managementFamiliarity with aerospace standards (AS, NAS, SAE, etc.)Compensation and Benefits Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more.Hiring Range $136,000—$204,000 USDEqual Opportunity Employer 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.Reasonable Accommodation If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@relativityspace.com.#J-18808-Ljbffr