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Staff Structures Test Engineer

Relativity Space is building the Terran R launch vehicle and growing a multidisciplinary Factory Test team in Long Beach responsible for hazardous and large-scale structural testing. The Staff Structures Test Engineer will design, fabricate, commission, and operate test stands and fixtures, lead cross-team stakeholder coordination, and mentor others while delivering robust structural test assets from concept through activation.

Skills

  • Expert-level structural analysis (NASTRAN or similar)
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting with expert GD&T knowledge
  • Experience designing and building metallic structures
  • Ability to create fabrication drawings and manage procurement
  • Hands-on assembly, commissioning, and test operations experience
  • Project management and cross-team communication
  • Familiarity with welding, metalworking, hydraulics, and shop practices (preferred)
  • Ability to automate workflows using Python, VBA, or similar (preferred)
  • Comfort working in hazardous/industrial environments and at heights

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze static and dynamic test stands and fixtures
  • Produce fabrication drawings and manage procurement for test hardware
  • Oversee assembly, commissioning, and operation of test stands
  • Review and approve test stand designs and ensure compliance with requirements
  • Drive cross-functional stakeholder alignment and resolve complex test constraints
  • Mentor and advise engineers across the test department
  • Manage projects through the full design cycle from requirements to deployed asset

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (required)
  • Advanced degree in engineering (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Generous PTO and sick leave policy
  • Parental leave
  • Annual learning and development stipend
  • Additional benefits and perks as listed on company benefits page
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We are building the future of aerospace. A rocket company at the core, Relativity Space is on a mission to become the next great commercial launch company. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable launch vehicle, will reliably deliver payloads...

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October 3, 2025
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