# Vehicle Structures Engineer I (Heat Shield) at Relativity Space

- Company: Relativity Space
- What the company does: Relativity Space builds reusable rockets that make access to space more reliable and routine—empowering science, exploration, and innovation beyond our planet. Backed by General Catalyst, Y Combinator and Lux.
- Company website: http://relativityspace.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Long Beach, California, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-11-06
- Apply by: 2026-12-21
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/relativity/jobs/8880106002?gh_jid=8880106002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/relativity-space-vehicle-structures-engineer-i-heat-shield/

## About the role

To support our mission of changing the way rockets are built and flown, you will be responsible for bringing critical flight structures and supporting components from design concept to physical hardware ready to launch. The scope of work encompasses a full design cycle, including conceptualization, design, analysis, manufacturing and testing for primary and secondary structures associated with the Terran R Base Heat Shield. Here are some examples of projects you could be working on: Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- 0-2 years of experience in a full cycle design engineering role iterating aerospace structures with a preference for aerodynamically driven assemblies with thermal gradients
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline Demonstrated knowledge of structural analysis and test (from hand calculations to advanced analysis)
- Demonstrated knowledge of structures strength, stability and fatigue failure mechanisms Demonstrated knowledge of additive and traditional manufacturing processes

Tags: Stage Structures and Mechanisms...

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