relativity

Staff Materials & Processes Engineer, Structural Composites

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At a Glance

Location
United States
Experience
8+ years
Posted
2026-02-18T11:42:15-05:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Engineering

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in materials science or engineering, or related field

8+ years of experience relevant to the competencies listed below

A strong commitment to accountability, collaboration, and execution

Nice to have:

Experience with carbon fiber reinforced structural composite material and process systems

Compensation & Benefits

$161,000

$206,800 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.

If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at

accommodations@relativityspace.com

Responsibilities

Research, trade, and select composite material and processes for structural applications

Identify qualification envelopes, form test plans, and execute characterization campaigns

Develop, implement, and maintain technical specifications and engineering standards

Drive statistically-driven experimental design and process improvement campaigns

Interface with:

Materials engineering staff to identify, define, and fill technology gaps

Team

The Materials and NDE (Non-Destructive Evaluation) team plays a central role in enabling Terran R to fly, re-fly, and scale: developing, characterizing, and inspecting materials and processes across all parts of the vehicle. From welding and additive manufacturing to advanced composites, the team works at the intersection of innovation and execution, balancing performance and reliability with cost, quality, and schedule. As we move toward first flight and beyond, the challenges become more exciting, offering opportunities to shape how we design and develop for re-use. With ownership across products, systems, and disciplines, engineers gain broad exposure and drive key decisions across design, manufacturing, and operations.

About the Company

An authentic, introspective, and inclusive mindset towards technical, interpersonal, and team growth and development