Senior Structures Responsible Engineer

As a Senior Structures Responsible Engineer at Relativity Space, your main responsibilities will encompass a full design cycle, including conceptualizing and designing complex structural load paths, conducting static and dynamic load analyses, and managing hardware test campaigns. You will ensure timely design reviews and produce detailed drawings, using industry-standard CAD packages like NX and performing structural analysis using tools like Nastran and ANSYS. Your role will also involve collaborating with multiple teams to innovate and enhance the manufacturing process for various components of the Terran R rocket.

To qualify as a Senior Structures Responsible Engineer at Relativity Space, candidates need at least 5 years of experience in a design engineering role, alongside a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline. Proficiency in CAD software such as NX, Solidworks, or Creo is essential, along with a working knowledge of structural analysis techniques. Experience with finite element analysis tools and familiarity with GD&T and drafting standards will strengthen your candidacy.

CAD experience is crucial for the Senior Structures Responsible Engineer position at Relativity Space. You will be tasked with designing flight components for our Terran R vehicle using tools like NX, and your proficiency with CAD will directly impact the quality and efficiency of your designs. Strong CAD skills not only enable you to visualize complex structures but also assist in the creation of accurate production drawings and facilitate effective communication during collaborative projects.

The work environment for a Senior Structures Responsible Engineer at Relativity Space is dynamic and collaborative, located within our state-of-the-art facilities in Long Beach, California. You will engage with a passionate team that values creativity and innovation as you tackle complex engineering challenges. The fast-paced atmosphere encourages adaptability and self-motivation, providing the perfect setting for you to drive projects to completion and contribute meaningfully to the future of aerospace technology.

The compensation range for the Senior Structures Responsible Engineer position at Relativity Space is between $142,000 and $181,500 USD, depending on experience, qualifications, and job-related factors. Alongside a competitive salary, the company offers an impressive total rewards package, including equity opportunities, generous PTO, an annual learning and development stipend, and additional benefits aimed at ensuring employee satisfaction and growth.

When discussing a successful project, be specific about your role, the challenges faced, how you overcame them, and the measurable outcomes. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your response, illustrating your leadership and technical skills while showcasing your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Discuss your methodology for approaching structural design, including the steps you take from conceptualization through testing. Emphasize your experience with load path analysis and the importance of considering manufacturing processes during the design phase, as well as any tools and software you utilize, such as Nastran for analysis.

Share your familiarity with CAD tools like NX or Solidworks, detailing specific projects where you've utilized these tools to create complex designs. Explain how your proficiency in CAD has streamlined processes, improved communication with teammates, or contributed to the overall success of a project.

Illustrate your experience by sharing an example of cross-team collaboration. Be clear about your contributions, how you ensured effective communication among team members, and how your efforts led to successful project outcomes. Highlight your interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to different team dynamics.

Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning. Discuss any industry magazines you read, conferences or webinars you attend, or online courses you take. Mention specific advancements in aerospace engineering or additive manufacturing that you find particularly exciting and how you incorporate new knowledge into your projects.

Narrate a specific challenge you faced while conducting structural analysis, such as limitations of software or unexpected results. Describe the troubleshooting steps you took to solve those challenges and the lessons learned that improved your future analysis practices.

Discuss your project management strategies, including planning, task prioritization, and timeline management. Share tools or methodologies you use to keep projects on track, such as Agile or Gantt charts, and why clear documentation and communication are essential for successful project outcomes.

Explain your approach to balancing quality and deadlines, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing tasks, diligent planning, and effective communication with team members. Share examples of how you’ve successfully met deadlines in the past while ensuring that design integrity is not compromised.

Describe your hands-on experience with manufacturing processes relevant to aerospace, particularly regarding additive manufacturing or traditional fabrication methods. Highlight any specific projects where you were involved in process development and how it impacted design decisions.

Talk about your familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements in aerospace engineering. Provide examples of how you validate compliance in your designs through documentation, quality checks, or industry best practices to protect both the integrity and safety of your projects.