or apply directly on Relativity Space's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 66 days Relativity Space's roles stay open a median of 66 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 1% of Relativity Space's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Relativity Space
- high 286 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
- 2026-10-08
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 the Manager of Propulsion Analysis at Relativity Space, you will lead a team of analysts responsible for the analysis of Liquid Propellant Rocket Engine (LPRE) propulsion hardware. Your role involves overseeing thermal, structural, dynamic, and durability analyses for Aeon-R engines, collaborating with design and manufacturing teams, and ensuring flight hardware readiness. You will also set the team's vision, drive execution on complex projects, and provide technical leadership while fostering a culture of ownership and accountability.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- 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 a science, engineering, technology, or mathematics field
- 7+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably working on complex engineering systems
- Proven leadership experience, demonstrated through mentoring and managing complex interdisciplinary projects
- Experience applying engineering fundamentals in structures, fluids, and thermodynamics
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Nice to have
- 2 or more years of direct experience, working on the analysis of liquid propellant rocket engine hardware/components
- Working knowledge of engine subsystems such as combustion devices, turbomachinery, valves, integration hardware, etc.
- Familiarity with industry best practices and aerospace standards
- Exposure to, and knowledge of, powder bed additive manufacturing
- Demonstrated drive to deliver on ambitious schedules, especially if unconventional & creative solutions are necessary
What you get
- Competitive salary and equity
- Generous PTO and sick leave policy
- Parental leave
- Annual learning and development stipend
Worth weighing
- No specific details on the company's culture or team dynamics beyond ownership and accountability
- Salary range provided, but actual compensation depends on experience and qualifications
- Role involves managing ambiguity and leading a high-performing team through complex projects
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Listed by Relativity Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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