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Relativity Space Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.
Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and
technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.
About The Team
The launch operations team is a part of the Cape Canaveral launch site and is primarily responsible for the operational aspects of vehicle integration, payload integration, pad operations, countdown operations, recovery, and reusability. In the last year, the launch operations team was primarily focused on the final integration, checkouts, and execution of flying Terran 1. This includes everything from completing the vehicle final build to clearing the range of aircraft and vessels for launch to being the key operators in the countdown operation. In the last six months, the team has been supporting our team in Stennis with engine testing development and execution. In parallel, the team is working hand in hand with engineering teams on the design and build of critical infrastructure to support Terran R.
About The Role
Work collaboratively as part of a team responsible for the engineering and operational development of transporting critical flight hardware, including first and second stages. Support the design and development of fixed ground equipment, mobile transport systems, and offshore vessel support hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including vehicle design and operations—to define and implement requirements, engineering solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance throughout all phases of transport. Oversee the engineering, fabrication, and construction of essential assets for all transportation and operational phases. Identify, build, and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, contractors, and regulatory agencies. Develop and analyze metrics to track operational effectiveness and budgetary performance. Contribute to broader organizational goals, including landing system development, launch site development, and other infrastructure initiatives.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, with a focus on collaboration and professional development. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, based on operational needs. Ability to work in outdoor environments, including extended periods offshore on a vessel or during overland travel. Willingness to travel to other company sites for cross-functional collaboration.
Nice To Haves But Not Required
Experience operating or working with heavy machinery movers such as Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs), multi-axle trailers, or similar equipment. Familiarity with vehicle swept path analysis tools and techniques. Experience supporting offshore operations, vessel-based logistics, or marine asset development.
Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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
$112,000—$143,000 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. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
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Launch Engineer II (Rocket Transport)
role at
Relativity Space Continue with Google Continue with Google 16 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Launch Engineer II (Rocket Transport)
role at
Relativity Space Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google Continue with Google At Relativity Space, we’re building rockets to serve today’s needs and tomorrow’s breakthroughs. Our Terran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit, meeting the growing demand for launch capacity. But that’s just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock new opportunities to advance science, exploration, and innovation, pioneering progress that reaches beyond the known.
Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy, ownership, and impact exist at every level. Here, you're not just executing tasks; you're solving problems that haven’t been solved before, helping develop a rocket, a factory, and a business from the ground up. Whether you’re in propulsion, manufacturing, software, avionics, or a corporate function, you’ll collaborate across teams, shape decisions, and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and
technical rigor go hand in hand, and your voice will help define the stories we’re writing together. Now is a unique moment in time where it’s early enough to leave your mark on the product, the process, and the culture, but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The most meaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.
About The Team
The launch operations team is a part of the Cape Canaveral launch site and is primarily responsible for the operational aspects of vehicle integration, payload integration, pad operations, countdown operations, recovery, and reusability. In the last year, the launch operations team was primarily focused on the final integration, checkouts, and execution of flying Terran 1. This includes everything from completing the vehicle final build to clearing the range of aircraft and vessels for launch to being the key operators in the countdown operation. In the last six months, the team has been supporting our team in Stennis with engine testing development and execution. In parallel, the team is working hand in hand with engineering teams on the design and build of critical infrastructure to support Terran R.
About The Role
Work collaboratively as part of a team responsible for the engineering and operational development of transporting critical flight hardware, including first and second stages. Support the design and development of fixed ground equipment, mobile transport systems, and offshore vessel support hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including vehicle design and operations—to define and implement requirements, engineering solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance throughout all phases of transport. Oversee the engineering, fabrication, and construction of essential assets for all transportation and operational phases. Identify, build, and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, contractors, and regulatory agencies. Develop and analyze metrics to track operational effectiveness and budgetary performance. Contribute to broader organizational goals, including landing system development, launch site development, and other infrastructure initiatives.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Construction Management, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment, with a focus on collaboration and professional development. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, based on operational needs. Ability to work in outdoor environments, including extended periods offshore on a vessel or during overland travel. Willingness to travel to other company sites for cross-functional collaboration.
Nice To Haves But Not Required
Experience operating or working with heavy machinery movers such as Self-Propelled Modular Transporters (SPMTs), multi-axle trailers, or similar equipment. Familiarity with vehicle swept path analysis tools and techniques. Experience supporting offshore operations, vessel-based logistics, or marine asset development.
Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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
$112,000—$143,000 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. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Relativity Space by 2x Continue with Google Continue with Google Cape Canaveral, FL $95,000 - $119,000 16 hours ago Cape Canaveral, FL $95,000 - $119,000 16 hours ago Melbourne, FL $85,000 - $105,000 5 days ago Cape Canaveral, FL $95,000 - $119,000 16 hours ago System Safety Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
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Melbourne, FL $147,700.00 - $221,500.00 1 week ago Cape Canaveral, FL $75,200 - $158,100 2 months ago Passive Thermal Control System Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Melbourne, FL $101,000 - $146,000 2 weeks ago Cape Canaveral, FL $105,100 - $231,100 2 months ago Project Engineer Stf – Business Commonality (Digital Transformation)
Principal RF Design Engineer - Communication Navigation and Surveillance (Onsite)
Melbourne, FL $118,600 - $178,000 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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