Manager, Avionics Mechanical Design Engineering

Relativity Space

Long Beach, California, United States
On-site
7+ years full cycle mechanical design experience
Team leadership of 5-10 engineers
Avionics enclosure and secondary structure design
Relativity Space is seeking a Manager of Avionics Mechanical Design Engineering to lead a team in designing and testing avionics enclosures for their Terran R rocket. The role emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and innovation within a fast-paced environment, making it an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about aerospace engineering

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a team of 5-10 mechanical design engineers through the full lifecycle of designing, analyzing, and testing avionics enclosures and secondary structures.
  • Engineers will partner closely with electrical, propulsion, and GNC teams to ensure seamless integration and reliability of sensitive electronics in harsh environments.
  • This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the fundamental avionics architecture of the Terran R rocket and gain high ownership over components that will fly.

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Relativity Space is seeking a Manager of Avionics Mechanical Design Engineering to lead a team in designing and testing avionics enclosures for their Terran R rocket. The role emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and innovation within a fast-paced environment, making it an exciting opportunity for candidates passionate about aerospace engineering.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years full cycle mechanical design experience
  • Team leadership of 5-10 engineers
  • Avionics enclosure and secondary structure design
  • Thermal performance and vibration survivability analysis
  • Structural and dynamic evaluation expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in rocket or aerospace vehicle development
  • Collaboration with electrical and propulsion teams
  • Ability to define best practices for harsh environments
  • Rapid iteration and feedback loop mindset

Key Requirements

  • 7+ years of full cycle mechanical design engineering experience
  • Proven track record managing engineering teams
  • Expertise in thermal and vibration analysis

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