or apply directly on Relativity Space's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 29 days Relativity Space's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 1% of Relativity Space's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Relativity Space
- low 0 stale, 2 reposted of 350 open
- Hiring momentum
- 498 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Relativity Space's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Relativity Space.
About this role
As a Launch Fluids Engineer I at Relativity Space, you will be responsible for the design, fabrication, operation, and maintenance of the launch pad and support facilities for the Terran R vehicle. Your role will involve designing propellant and gas infrastructure, supervising construction and commissioning, and solving complex technical problems across various disciplines. You will work in a dynamic environment that emphasizes collaboration and innovation in the aerospace sector.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Relativity Space as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field
- Experience in thermal and fluid analyses
- General experience with fluid components such as valves, regulators, and instrumentation
Nice to have
- Experience safely operating complex fluid systems, including high pressure gas, cryogenic fluids, flammable liquids and gases, and hydraulics
- General knowledge of launch vehicle ground support equipment and operations, including cryogenic tanks, pumps, valves, instrumentation, or related experience
- Fundamental understanding with ANSYS and other piping analysis software (Caesar, Bentley Autopipe, etc.)
- Experience working with DOD, USAF, and NASA personnel
- Able to work in high pressure environments and meet aggressive deadlines
What you get
- Competitive salary and equity
- Generous PTO and sick leave policy
- Parental leave
- Annual learning and development stipend
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Background check required for on-site work at a government partner location
- Salary range provided, but actual compensation based on experience and qualifications may vary
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Listed by Relativity Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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