Senior Mechanical 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 and 5+ years of combined engineering experience is required
- Ownership of propulsion or structural test related projects including design, analysis, construction, and commissioning from beginning to end as well as proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting, including GD&T
- Demonstrated engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis as well as a demonstrated drive to deliver on tight schedules, especially when unconventional & creative solutions are necessary
- Hands-on fabrication experience using common power tools for projects at work/home/school
- Knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, and instrumentation as well as experience designing, fabricating, and operating complex fluid systems
- This position requires a valid driver’s license in order 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