Relativity seeks a highly talented Head of Propulsion Engineering to join a rapidly growing space startup. The Head of Propulsion Engineering will help build and lead a team of engineers to develop propulsion systems for our orbital rocket vehicle. A high degree of autonomy and leadership is required.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning of projects and resources, including budgets and personnel
• Managing direct reports, including recruiting, developing, coaching, team building, and performance management
• Leading the development of propulsion systems
• Own development, qualification, and acceptance test plans in support of our testing facility at NASA Stennis Center
• Develop and train direct reports to enable product ownership
• Solid interpersonal skills to interact with both internal and external groups to overcome associated constraints 
• Background working in a fast paced, full cycle, R&D environment 
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Develop Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for the propulsion team in alignment to the company OKRs
• Manage short- and long-term development schedules

Required Experience

• Bachelors in an engineering field 
• 10+ years professional experience designing, manufacturing and/or developing propulsion systems
• Track record of leading, scaling, and managing a 5 to 10 person team while interfacing with other engineering groups

Preferred Experience

• Advanced degree in Engineering
• Experience with PTC/Creo and ANSYS or similar design and analysis software
• Substantial hands on experience with propulsion systems and components 
• Knowledge of liquid rocket engine design and test specifications
• Deep understanding of thermodynamics, compressible and incompressible flow, thermochemistry mechanics, structural design in demanding environments, design for additive manufacturing, and/or materials
• Track record of leading, scaling, and managing a 10 to 50 person team while interfacing with other engineering groups

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a United States Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.