Jobs at Relativity Space

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Relativity Space, founded in 2015 by Will Borowitz and Ramesh Raskar, is a private aerospace company that pioneered 3D‑printed rockets. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, it built the Terran 1, the first fully 3D‑printed orbital launch vehicle, and now scales production with its proprietary Stratasys SLS printers. The company is known for integrating additive manufacturing, software automation, and data‑driven design to shorten the launch cycle.

Relativity hires across engineering, software, manufacturing, design, operations, and business functions. Rocket propulsion and avionics engineers work side‑by‑side with software teams that build simulation and control systems. Manufacturing roles focus on printer maintenance, part inspection, and supply‑chain logistics. Candidates can expect project‑level ownership, cross‑disciplinary collaboration, and the chance to influence the entire launch chain from design to flight.

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Director Engineering

Company: Sierra Space

Location: Remote

Posted Sep 08, 2023

Sierra Space is seeking a Director of Engineering with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field. The candidate should have relevant experience, be a mission expert in Overhead Persistence Infrared Systems, Missile Tracking Systems, and Optical Payload Design. They must possess advanced knowledge of industry best practices and techniques for program management, science, and engineering programs. The role involves leading an engineering team, reviewing and approving engineering design/documentation, and owning and continuously improving processes and procedures. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. The estimated starting salary range is $186,100.35 - $255,887.98, and Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package.

Sr Structural Engineer

Company: Sierra Space

Location: Madison, WI

Posted Sep 06, 2023

Sierra Space, a company with 30+ years of spaceflight heritage, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience. The role involves leading and training less experienced analysts, reviewing structural analysis, and conducting complex structural analysis. The engineer will be responsible for designing and developing new products and processes throughout the product lifecycle. Familiarity with other types of analysis, such as heat transfer or computational fluid dynamics, is preferred. The company designs and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft, and offers a competitive salary, benefits, and incentive pay. Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment.

Program Finance Analyst II

Company: Sierra Space

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Sep 07, 2023

Sierra Space, a company with 30+ years of spaceflight heritage, is seeking a Program Finance Analyst. The role involves reviewing, monitoring, and controlling project data for internal and external reporting. Key responsibilities include preparing budgets, schedules, and cost proposals, as well as conducting 'what-if' cost analysis and cost variance analysis. The position is located in Colorado, with work options in Louisville or Centennial. Sierra Space designs and manufactures spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, and more. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Administration, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Preferred skills include Deltek Cobra and MS Project tool knowledge. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Propulsion Engineer, Senior

Company: York Space Systems

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Sep 07, 2023

York Space Systems is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to contribute to the growth and development of their core products. The role involves providing ownership of propulsion systems from vendor selection to on-orbit operations, working with suppliers for procurement, performing delta-v calculations, validating propulsion interfaces, and generating system-level specifications. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, in-depth understanding of electric and chemical propulsion systems, hands-on hardware experience, and strong communication skills.

Sr Structural Engineer

Company: Sierra Space

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Sep 06, 2023

Sierra Space is a company that designs and manufactures advanced spacecraft, commercial space destinations, satellites, propulsion and environmental systems, spacecraft subsystems and components. They are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their team, with a focus on leading and training less experienced analysts, reviewing structural analysis, and contributing to methods development and continuous improvement.

Embedded Software Engineer (Spacecraft)

Company: Inversion Space

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 06, 2023

Inversion, founded in 2021, aims to create affordable, high cadence return capabilities for space industries. They believe in a future where returning from space is common. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you'll impact the functionality and performance of their reentry vehicles, working on embedded, telemetry, and control software. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, 2+ years of experience in embedded software for spacecraft or robotics, and proficiency in real-time software development with FreeRTOS. The position may require extended work hours and weekend work, with the California annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $200,000.

IT Helpdesk Technician Senior

Company: York Space Systems

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Sep 06, 2023

York Space Systems, an innovative aerospace company, is expanding its team and seeking an IT Helpdesk Technician Sr. The role involves managing ticket queues, providing technical support, maintaining internal infrastructure, and supporting mobile devices. The ideal candidate should have advanced knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desired qualifications include an associates degree in computer science, experience with JIRA Service Management, and Active Directory/SAML user and group administration.

IT Helpdesk Technician

Company: York Space Systems

Location: Greater Denver Area

Posted Sep 06, 2023

York Space Systems, an innovative aerospace company, is expanding its team and seeking an IT Helpdesk Technician. The role involves providing technical support, managing ticket queues, maintaining internal infrastructure, and documenting best practices. The ideal candidate should have advanced knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desired qualifications include an associates degree in computer science, experience with JIRA Service Management, and Active Directory/SAML user and group administration.

Avionics Test Engineer (Spacecraft)

Company: Inversion Space

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 07, 2023

Inversion, founded in 2021, aims to create affordable, high cadence return capabilities for space industries. The company is building reentry vehicles faster and cheaper, focusing on simplicity. The Avionics Test Engineer will have a significant impact on the functionality and performance of these vehicles, responsible for avionics development, testing, and integration. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, 4+ years of experience in aerospace electronics, and proficiency in various laboratory equipment and programming languages.

Ground Software Engineer

Company: Inversion Space

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 06, 2023

Inversion, founded in 2021, aims to create affordable, high cadence return capabilities for space industries. They believe in a future where returning from space is common. As an Inversion Ground Software Engineer, you'll impact the operability of their next-generation reentry vehicles, working on ground software systems, back-end network infrastructure, and front-end operator GUIs. The role requires 2+ years of experience in spacecraft or rocket ground software, proficiency in C++, Python, C#, and C, and understanding of a spacecraft's full flight software system. The position may require extended work hours and weekend work, with the California annual base salary ranging from $120,000 to $200,000.

Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - RF Comms

Company: Sierra Space

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Aug 31, 2023

Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Please visit www.sierraspace.com to learn more about Sierra Space, its business areas, capabilities, programs, products and services.Physical/Mental/Emotional Requirements:Frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs and stepsFrequently repeat same hand, arm, and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterityRarely lifting or carrying up to 20 lbs.Working Conditions:Rarely exposed to outdoor elements (high/low temperatures, sun, rain/snow, etc. Sierra Space considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 8%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.At Sierra Space, our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage, Sierra Space has provided more than 4,000 space systems, subsystems and components to customers worldwide, and participated in more than 500 missions to space, including to Mars. The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short- and long-duration space travel, a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes, and the first free-flying commercial space station. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. U.S. As the Communications (COMM) Systems Engineer - RF Engineer you'll provide RF/COMM system design, analysis, simulation, documentation, testing, supplier oversight, and operational support for our Orbital Missions and Services team, and other exciting programs to come.

Head of Avionics Engineering

Company: Inversion Space

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Sep 07, 2023

Inversion, founded in 2021, aims to create affordable, high cadence return capabilities for space industries. The company is building reentry vehicles faster and cheaper, focusing on simplicity. The Head of Avionics Engineering will lead the creation, design, and leadership of Inversion's avionics, electrical, and harnessing teams. This role involves designing flight controls, navigation, communication, and data acquisition systems. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, 10-12+ years of experience in building flight system avionics, and a proven track record in designing, developing, and certifying avionics systems for aerospace applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like to work at Relativity Space?
Relativity fosters a high‑impact, mission‑driven culture where engineers and technicians routinely see their work launch into space. The workplace blends on‑site collaboration in Long Beach with flexible remote options for software and support roles. Teams are cross‑functional, meaning a software engineer might partner with a propulsion specialist to iterate on flight‑control algorithms. Employees receive regular mentorship, access to cutting‑edge additive‑manufacturing facilities, and the chance to contribute to end‑to‑end rocket development.
What types of positions are available at Relativity Space?
Open roles span rocket propulsion, avionics, software development, systems engineering, manufacturing operations, quality assurance, supply‑chain logistics, data science, and business functions such as finance, legal, and HR. Each role requires a blend of technical expertise and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, iterative environment. Recent openings include 3D‑printing technician, flight‑software engineer, propulsion analyst, manufacturing process engineer, and business operations analyst.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase hands‑on experience with additive manufacturing, simulation, or data‑driven design—project samples, code repositories, or publications strengthen your profile. Highlight cross‑disciplinary projects that link hardware and software, and quantify results (e.g., improved thruster efficiency by 12%). Demonstrate familiarity with Relativity’s tech stack (e.g., Python, C++, CAD tools) and articulate how you’ll contribute to shortening the launch cycle. Finally, research the company’s recent launches and prepare questions that reflect a deep understanding of their 3D‑printing strategy.

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