Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer II, Combustion Devices Verified today

About the Team

The Engine Manufacturing team develops high-performance engines and innovative manufacturing solutions for the Aeon R engine. You will work at the forefront of engine development, shaping new hardware iterations, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and collaborating with design engineering to bring new concepts to life.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced environment where creativity, adaptability, and extreme ownership are essential. You will be empowered to challenge conventional approaches, develop innovative solutions, and take ownership of problems from concept through execution.

What You Will Do

• Own end-to-end manufacturing engineering activities for combustion device hardware supporting the Aeon R and Vacuum Engine programs
• Develop and implement innovative manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures to support new hardware development and rapid iteration
• Independently translate ambiguous technical objectives into actionable engineering solutions, driving projects from concept through implementation
• Design, model, and develop manufacturing tooling and fixtures to enable efficient hardware fabrication, assembly, and testing
• Drive hardware execution and schedule adherence across multiple manufacturing workcenters, proactively identifying and resolving bottlenecks to ensure timely delivery against engine development milestones
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams (machine shop, additive manufacturing) and cross-functional partners (Supply Chain, Propulsion Design) to influence hardware design and resolve technical challenges
• Take a hands-on approach to troubleshooting, problem-solving, and continuous improvement to enhance hardware quality, reliability, and manufacturing efficiency
• Drive critical hardware deliverables to meet engine development milestones while maintaining high individual accountability and technical ownership

What You Need

• Bachelor of Science degree in aerospace, mechanical, manufacturing engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 2+ years of relevant engineering experience involving hands-on hardware development, manufacturing, fabrication, or testing
• Demonstrated experience independently designing and developing mechanical tooling, fixtures, or hardware from concept through implementation
• Proficiency in mechanical CAD software, preferably Siemens NX or SolidWorks, with experience creating original designs
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and practical problem-solving skills for troubleshooting complex hardware and manufacturing challenges
• Experience developing manufacturing processes, work instructions, or procedures for complex hardware or assemblies
• Experience collaborating with design engineering, manufacturing, and technical stakeholders to resolve challenges and improve manufacturability
• Ability to coordinate across multiple manufacturing workcenters, manage competing priorities, and drive hardware through production to meet aggressive schedules
• Proven ability to take ownership of ambiguous engineering problems, work independently with limited direction, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable taking a hands-on approach to engineering challenges

Nice to Have

• 3+ years of relevant hands-on hardware development or manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience with combustion device, rocket propulsion, or aerospace hardware design, development, manufacturing, or testing
• Experience developing prototype or early-stage hardware, including iterative design, fabrication, assembly, and testing
• Experience designing and implementing manufacturing tooling, fixtures, or test equipment for complex mechanical assemblies
• Experience working in a rapid development environment where requirements, designs, and priorities evolve frequently

Compensation

Hiring range: $104,000 to $156,000 USD. Actual compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, generous PTO and sick leave, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and additional benefits.