Sr Aerothermal Engineer

Relativity Space is seeking a Sr Aerothermal Engineer to join their Integrated Performance team. The team owns the holistic view of how Terran R comes together, ensuring that every system on the vehicle and ground is capable of achieving ambitious objectives. The Sr Aerothermal Engineer will develop and execute computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses to solve novel challenges in vehicle entry heating and supersonic retropropulsion.

Requirements

• Develop and execute computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses to solve novel challenges in vehicle entry heating and supersonic retropropulsion
• Drive the design of major Terran R system elements – like fins, flaps, heat shields, and primary structure – to meet criteria for temperature and heating
• Guide and mentor responsible hardware engineers to ensure hardware meets aerothermal requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend