Senior Propulsion Test Engineer
| Company | Relativity Space |
|---|---|
| Location | John C. Stennis Space Center, MS, USA |
| Salary | $133000 – $170500 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of combined engineering experience
- Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting, including GD&T
- Demonstrated engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis
- Hands-on fabrication experience using common power tools
- Knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, and instrumentation
- Valid driver’s license to operate vehicles on the test site
Responsibilities
- Design advanced propulsion test stands, including 3D modeling, fluids and structural analysis, fabrication drawings, fluids P&IDs, component lists, and detailed work instructions
- Supervise the construction, commissioning, and initial operations of these facilities
- Solve a variety of technical problems, across broad ranges of timeframe, complexity, cost, and long-term impact
- Support operations on and perform related improvements to existing test stands
- Ability to work occasional night shifts
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with FEA or CFD
- Hands-on experience with metalworking, welding, hydraulics, manufacturing, etc.
- In depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, material selection, inspection, precision measurement, and non-destructive testing