Principal Turbomachinery Engineer, Turbine Development

Relativity Space

Long Beach, California, USA
On-site
Turbine design
Aerodynamic and structural analysis
Lcf and hcf methodologies
The propulsion team is responsible for the successful development of engines that will power the Terran R vehicle, from concept through to launch and reuse

Job Summary

  • The propulsion team is responsible for the successful development of engines that will power the Terran R vehicle, from concept through to launch and reuse.
  • We are looking for a technical expert who can help advance the state of the art of turbine design for space applications, thriving in ambiguity and driving projects to completion.
  • Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, and an annual learning stipend.

Matching Summary

The propulsion team is responsible for the successful development of engines that will power the Terran R vehicle, from concept through to launch and reuse.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Turbine design
  • Aerodynamic and structural analysis
  • LCF and HCF methodologies
  • Transient thermal/aerodynamic analysis
  • Forced response analysis
  • Turbopump assembly procedures

Nice-to-have

  • In-situ mode shape measurement
  • Overseeing turbomachinery development
  • Startup or agile development environment
  • Flight development program experience

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years of relevant experience
  • Degree in engineering or related technical field
  • Knowledge of turbomachinery design and analysis
  • Knowledge of turbopump assembly procedures

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