Propulsion Test Engineer II

About the Team:The Stennis Test team designs, builds, and operates Relativity's propulsion and stage test stands. Team members are hands‑on with large‑scale, complex systems including fully integrated engines and stage assemblies, pushing hardware to the limits and directly contributing to flight readiness. The work is fast‑paced and highly operational, ideal for those with backgrounds in aviation, automotive, manufacturing, offshore operations, industrial systems, construction, or adjacent industries. You'll work in a close‑knit, dynamic environment where collaboration between technicians, operators, and engineers is not only encouraged, but expected. As the company scales, the Stennis Test team becomes even more critical to unlocking our next phase of growth: proving out full‑stage systems and paving the way for routine, reliable flights of Terran R.About the Role:As a Propulsion Test Engineer II, you will be responsible for designing and operating rocket engine test stands for our Terran R engines and stages. Engineers at our Stennis facility work within a team of engineers and technicians to build and modify test facilities, as well as participate in test campaigns to flight qualify our hardware. You will be directly engaged in daily test operations, maintenance, construction, and commissioning activities in the field. The engineer II role may include aspects of both designing ground systems [Design focus] and conducting test operations [Operations focus], possibly both.Design focus:Design advanced propulsion test stands including 3D modeling, fluids, structural, and thermal analysis, fabrication drawings, fluids P&IDs, component lists, and detailed work instructionsSupervise the construction, commissioning, and initial operations of these facilitiesSolve a variety of technical problems, across broad ranges of timeframe, complexity, cost, and long‑term impactSupport operations on and perform related improvements to existing test standsOperations focus:Create, modify, and optimize test sequences, procedures, and data review processesConduct complex propulsion test operations to assess performance of rocket engines and stagesDirectly control and receive telemetry from the test stand and test articles through GUIs and an integrated software suite for control, automation, and data visualizationHelp develop new rocket engine propulsion designs based on real test dataPotentially travel to production and launch locations, up to 25%About You:Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related fieldPrior experience in aerospace is not requiredVaried perspectives & backgrounds strengthen our teamMinimum of 2 years of engineering experience in a related fieldDemonstrated engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysisDemonstrated drive to deliver on tight schedules, especially when unconventional & creative solutions are necessaryHands‑on fabrication experience using common power tools for projects at work/home/schoolAbility to work occasional night shiftsThis position requires a valid driver's license in order to operate vehicles on the test siteNice to haves but not required:Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting, including GD&THands‑on experience with metalworking, welding, hydraulics, manufacturing, etc.Working knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, and instrumentationAbility to understand and develop fluid P&IDs (Plumbing and Instrumentation Diagrams) for large‑scale test stands and supporting ground equipmentExperience safely operating complex fluid systems, including high‑pressure gas, cryogenic fluids, flammables, and hydraulicsAbility to work occasional night shiftsSuccessful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on‑site work at our government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi.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: $112,000 – $143,000 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr