relativity

Marine Systems Design Engineer II - Transport and Recovery

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At a Glance

Location
Cape Canaveral, Florida, United States
Posted
2026-03-03T13:35:40-05:00

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Aerospace
  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Government
  • Regulatory

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering field from an accredited institution

At least one (1) year of experience in vessel layout, vessel design, vessel construction, or related marine engineering work

Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals and first principles

Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software

Experience performing engineering analysis using finite element analysis (FEA), hand calculations, or equivalent analytical methods

Ability to travel for extended periods as required by business needs, including work in shipyards, offshore locations, and industrial environments

Compensation & Benefits

$117,000

$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.

If you need a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at

accommodations@relativityspace.com

Responsibilities

Assist in bringing the Terran R Recovery barge from concept layouts to detailed plans, followed by supporting construction and activation efforts

Responsible for the detailed layout, configuration and implementation of Terran R Recovery Barge systems, including everything from consoles and lighting to thrusters, power distribution, fire suppression and fuel storage

Support build, activation, and certification of the Recovery vessel subsystems

Safely support system checkouts for vessel power and dynamics systems

Support operation and troubleshooting of vessel systems leading up to and during the Terran R flight campaigns

Work with engineers and technicians to develop guides, plans and training to ensure safe operation of the Recovery vessel

Team

The Recovery team is an integral part of the Cape Canaveral launch site, primarily responsible for the design, construction, and operation of the vessels used to recover the Terran R launch vehicle. This scope includes everything from vessel design and maintenance to the safing and securing of the rocket post-flight. We collaborate closely with teams across the company, including launch pad fluids engineers, rocket engine designers, and vehicle operators.