Relativity Space
Staff Industrial Engineer, Factory Systems Engineering
Relativity Space, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
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Relativity Space Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 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.
Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.
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 Stage Manufacturing team turns design into reality, owning the build of Terran R’s primary structures. This isn’t about turning the same bolt every day; it’s about building the systems to build the rocket. Engineers and technicians work side by side, with deep collaboration and real-time feedback, to shape how we build better and faster. With a manifest and a launch date, it’s up to the team to deliver on Terran R: solving challenges in real time, optimizing for scale, and constantly improving processes. As the vehicle evolves, so will the factory, with opportunities to apply automation, machine learning, and advanced technologies. What we build here sets the blueprint for the future of scaled launch.
About The Role
Identify, analyze, and drive improvements in safety, quality, productivity, logistics, and ergonomics using data, simulations, and Lean Six Sigma methods. Lead cross-functional initiatives to design and implement operational standards, capacity plans, factory/warehouse layouts, and material flow strategies. Develop and maintain operational metrics, dashboards, and audit tools to monitor and improve performance across manufacturing and distribution. Create standard operating procedures and workflow designs that enhance workforce efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety and ergonomic standards. Recommend and execute system and process enhancements, including automation and data integrity improvements, to support scalable operations.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain, or related field. 5+ years of industrial engineering experience, with strong expertise in capacity planning, factory/warehouse optimization, operations management, and project leadership. Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, 8D, root cause analysis). Skilled in data analysis using Excel, SQL, and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or equivalent); familiarity with 2D/3D design tools and simulation software like FlexSim. Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills with the ability to influence across business and technical teams.
Nice To Haves But Not Required
Experience with MRP/ERP systems and advanced analytics (e.g., machine learning, predictive modeling). Background in logistics, distribution, or high-complexity assembly-driven manufacturing environments. Hands-on experience designing and optimizing automated systems or data capture processes. Familiarity with MODAPTS, MOST, or other labor and time study strategies Strong ability to tackle ill-defined problems and deliver effective, scalable solutions.
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
$196,000—$253,000 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 levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Relativity Space by 2x Long Beach, CA $97,000.00-$124,300.00 2 days ago Manufacturing Engineer (Composites Assembly & Integration) Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago Los Angeles, CA $100,000.00-$130,000.00 3 weeks ago Torrance, CA $110,000.00-$125,000.00 2 days ago Torrance, CA $110,000.00-$125,000.00 2 hours ago Orange, CA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Chain (Falcon & Dragon) Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 2 weeks ago Long Beach, CA $112,000.00-$143,000.00 2 days ago Manufacturing Engineer (Starship Components) Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 4 days ago Manufacturing Engineer (Machining) - 2nd ShiftManufacturing Engineer, Special Projects Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 2 weeks ago Manufacturing Engineer, Factory Development 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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Principal Industrial Engineer, Factory Systems Engineering
role at
Relativity Space Join to apply for the
Principal Industrial Engineer, Factory Systems Engineering
role at
Relativity Space Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 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.
Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.
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 Stage Manufacturing team turns design into reality, owning the build of Terran R’s primary structures. This isn’t about turning the same bolt every day; it’s about building the systems to build the rocket. Engineers and technicians work side by side, with deep collaboration and real-time feedback, to shape how we build better and faster. With a manifest and a launch date, it’s up to the team to deliver on Terran R: solving challenges in real time, optimizing for scale, and constantly improving processes. As the vehicle evolves, so will the factory, with opportunities to apply automation, machine learning, and advanced technologies. What we build here sets the blueprint for the future of scaled launch.
About The Role
Identify, analyze, and drive improvements in safety, quality, productivity, logistics, and ergonomics using data, simulations, and Lean Six Sigma methods. Lead cross-functional initiatives to design and implement operational standards, capacity plans, factory/warehouse layouts, and material flow strategies. Develop and maintain operational metrics, dashboards, and audit tools to monitor and improve performance across manufacturing and distribution. Create standard operating procedures and workflow designs that enhance workforce efficiency while ensuring compliance with safety and ergonomic standards. Recommend and execute system and process enhancements, including automation and data integrity improvements, to support scalable operations.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain, or related field. 5+ years of industrial engineering experience, with strong expertise in capacity planning, factory/warehouse optimization, operations management, and project leadership. Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, 8D, root cause analysis). Skilled in data analysis using Excel, SQL, and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau or equivalent); familiarity with 2D/3D design tools and simulation software like FlexSim. Excellent communication, leadership, and change management skills with the ability to influence across business and technical teams.
Nice To Haves But Not Required
Experience with MRP/ERP systems and advanced analytics (e.g., machine learning, predictive modeling). Background in logistics, distribution, or high-complexity assembly-driven manufacturing environments. Hands-on experience designing and optimizing automated systems or data capture processes. Familiarity with MODAPTS, MOST, or other labor and time study strategies Strong ability to tackle ill-defined problems and deliver effective, scalable solutions.
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
$196,000—$253,000 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 levelMid-Senior level Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionManagement and Manufacturing IndustriesAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Relativity Space by 2x Long Beach, CA $97,000.00-$124,300.00 2 days ago Manufacturing Engineer (Composites Assembly & Integration) Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 1 week ago Los Angeles, CA $100,000.00-$130,000.00 3 weeks ago Torrance, CA $110,000.00-$125,000.00 2 days ago Torrance, CA $110,000.00-$125,000.00 2 hours ago Orange, CA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Chain (Falcon & Dragon) Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 2 weeks ago Long Beach, CA $112,000.00-$143,000.00 2 days ago Manufacturing Engineer (Starship Components) Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 4 days ago Manufacturing Engineer (Machining) - 2nd ShiftManufacturing Engineer, Special Projects Hawthorne, CA $95,000.00-$115,000.00 2 weeks ago Manufacturing Engineer, Factory Development 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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