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Relativity Space

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer II (Operations)

Relativity SpaceStennis Space Center, MS
Posted May 13 · Updated Sep 25
💰 $104,000 – $143,000/yrFull-timeelectricianhandyman

Quick Summary

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer II responsible for designing, integrating, and testing acquisition hardware and instrumentation systems for Terran R rocket test stands at Stennis Space Center.

Skills & Keywords

PLC controlsInstrumentation systemsSensor integrationElectrical systems design

Nice to haves but not required

Successful candidates must clear a background check administered by the US government to obtain clearance for on-site work at our government partner location in Stennis, Mississippi.

At Relativity Space, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package. Relativity Space offers competitive salary and equity, a generous PTO and sick leave policy, parental leave, an annual learning and development stipend, and more! To see some of the benefits & perks we offer, please visit here.

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.

Please note: Relativity Space does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or referrals from recruitment agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited submission - via email, our website, social media, or directly to an employee - will be deemed the property of Relativity Space, and no fee will be owed absent a current, fully executed agreement with Talent Acquisition that specifically authorizes submissions for the applicable role.

  • Familiarity with data and control systems (SCADA, PLC’s, NI, Beckhoff, etc.)
  • Familiar with integrating sensors and actuators such as pressure transducers, RTDs, strain gages, thermocouples, solenoid valves, accelerometers, microphones, etc.
  • Familiar with communications methods such as Ethernet, EtherCAT, CAN, and Modbus.
  • Experience using AutoCAD Electrical

About the Team

The Stennis Test team designs, builds, and operates Relativity’s propulsion and stage test stands. Team members are hands-on with large-scale, complex systems including fully integrated engines and stage assemblies, pushing hardware to the limits and directly contributing to flight readiness. The work is fast-paced and highly operational, ideal for those with backgrounds in aviation, automotive, manufacturing, offshore operations, industrial systems, construction, or adjacent industries. You’ll work in a close-knit, dynamic environment where collaboration between technicians, operators, and engineers is not only encouraged, but expected. As the company scales, the Stennis Test team becomes even more critical to unlocking our next phase of growth: proving out full-stage systems and paving the way for routine, reliable flights of Terran R.

About the Role

  • Design, integrate, and test acquisition hardware, instrumentation, and cameras used to support and control our Terran R rocket test stands
  • Beckhoff PLCs or similar
  • Pressure, temperatures, flow, level, accelerometers, solenoid valves, VFDs, heaters, etc..
  • IP, SDI, and CoaXPress cameras
  • Design and maintain electrical systems for use in hazardous areas
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams of engineers and technicians to support and execute projects.

About You

  • Bachelors in either Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related engineering discipline
  • Demonstrated electrical engineering fundamental knowledge and minimum of 3 years years of experience in a related field
  • Demonstrated capability in completing a complex project, coordinating with others and meeting deadlines.
Relativity Space

Relativity Space

Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL

About Relativity Space

Relativity provides e-discovery and litigation support software solutions.

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