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Relativity Space · 17 hours ago

Senior Mechanisms Systems Engineer

Long Beach, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$142K/yr - $182K/yr

5+ years exp

Relativity Space is focused on building rockets to meet current and future launch demands. As a Senior Mechanisms Systems Engineer, you will lead the design and integration of complex mechanical systems, ensuring seamless performance across various engineering disciplines.

3D TechnologyAerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Define system concepts of operations (CONOPS), requirements, and verification plans

Lead integrated product activities across mechanical design, actuators, GNC, avionics, and software teams to ensure seamless system performance

Drive development tests, functional verification, and flight readiness by authoring test plans, executing tests, and establishing success criteria

Anticipate technical and logistical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and align priorities across engineering disciplines and schedules

Coordinate the design, manufacturing, integration, and test schedules for complex mechanism systems

Take hands-on ownership of emergent challenges—whether designing test fixtures, specifying sensors, writing test automation, or leading root-cause investigations

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringSystem IntegrationTest AutomationModel-Based DesignTechnical JudgmentCommunication SkillsProject Leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field and 5+ years of relevant experience in design, manufacturing, assembly, or test of complex mechanical or electromechanical systems

Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary projects and deliver on ambitious schedules

Strong technical judgment and the ability to communicate complex concepts across engineering and leadership audiences

Demonstrated experience balancing requirements, cost, and schedule while driving system integration and verification