At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals: to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. Both contribute to our long-term vision of creating humanity’s industrial base on Mars, paving the way for interplanetary life to expand the possibilities of the human experience. This journey begins right here on Earth – where we design, build, and fly rockets to deliver customer payloads to orbit. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket, fulfills the growing demand for launch capacity, thanks to our iterative approach that accelerates design, testing, and development while minimizing costs. While our groundbreaking research and development in 3D printing pushes the boundaries of large-scale additive manufacturing.
Your journey with us is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of aerospace technology, additive manufacturing, and the human experience alongside a community of passionate, creative individuals. Join us on this extraordinary journey, as we work together to transform our vision into reality.
About the Team:
The Materials & NDE Engineering team is responsible for the development, characterization, and inspection of materials across the Terran R launch vehicle. We specialize in rapid implementation of material systems through robust internal testing capabilities and first principles driven qualification approaches. We have recently made our first primary structure barrel, supported introduction of next generation powder additive alloys in the Aeon-R engine, and developed 100% in-cell NDE inspection capabilities for WAAM manufactured hardware.
About the Role:
- Operate MTS and Instron hydraulic test frames for tensile, fatigue, and fracture testing in accordance with safety, industry and project-specific requirements
- Perform mechanical tests per ASTM standards and other relevant test protocols to ensure consistent and accurate results
- Collect, analyze, and document test data, ensuring reports comply with industry and internal quality standards
- Perform routine maintenance and calibrations on testing equipment to ensure operational reliability and accurate measurements
- Collaborate with engineering teams and internal stakeholders to understand testing requirements and communicate results effectively
- Troubleshoot equipment issues, implement corrective actions, and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives for test operations
About You:
- 5+ year experience with hands on mechanical testing (tensile, fatigue, Charpy, elevated temp, cryo, etc.)
- Willingness to safely work with chemicals used in laboratory settings (hydraulic fluid, cryogenic fluid, etc.)
- High proficiency in maintaining and troubleshooting lab equipment
- Organized, strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Passion for materials testing and evaluation for Aerospace/Space applications
- High school diploma or GED
Nice to haves but not required:
- Solid understanding of mechanical test methods including familiarity with ASTM specifications
- Experience with aerospace materials including high strength aluminum, nickel, copper, and titanium alloys
- Hands-on experience with MTS and/or Instron test frames including test specimen preparation, using extensometers, selecting appropriate grips/fixtures, performing calibration/alignment checks, running tests and analyzing results
- Basic knowledge of machining and sample prep for mechanical testing and/or metallography (wire EDM, mill, bandsaw, polishing/grinders, etc.)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence) and MTS/Instron test software.
At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.
Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.
Hiring Range:
$33.15—$42.90 USD
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
A rocket company at the core, Relativity Space is on a mission to become the next great commercial launch company. Terran R, our medium-to-heavy lift reusable launch vehicle, will reliably deliver payloads to orbit on-time and on-budget for customers – meeting the needs of growing demand for space infrastructure. Leveraging the benefits of additive manufacturing to design, test, and iterate at a pace unmatched in the industry, we are changing the way rockets are built and flown.
Our long-term goal is to create humanity’s industrial base on Mars, paving the way for interplanetary life to fundamentally expand the possibilities of the human experience. The first step toward this vision starts here on Earth, by building the next great commercial launch company.
Why Work With Us
For 60 years, aerospace manufacturing has relied on fixed tooling and complex supply chains to slowly build rockets comprised of hundreds of thousands of parts. Leveraging advances in additive manufacturing, Relativity Space is strategically focused on reducing vehicle complexity, cost, and time to market.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Given the dynamic nature and diversity of roles at Relativity Space, there is no one-size-fits-all approach for how every team works best.
