Test Engineering Intern

Aerospace company building commercial launch vehicles and advancing additive manufacturing for interplanetary missions.
$28,000 - $36,000
Backend
Software Engineering Intern
In-Person
501 - 1,000 Employees
Space · Robotics

Description For Test Engineering Intern

Relativity Space is revolutionizing the aerospace industry with their ambitious goals of building the next commercial launch company and becoming America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. As a Test Engineering Intern at their Stennis facility, you'll be at the forefront of rocket engine development and testing. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and technicians on the Terran R project, designing and operating world-class test stands at the historic Stennis Space Center. This role offers unique hands-on experience with fully integrated engine and stage assemblies, allowing you to witness rocket engines firing up close. The position combines both design and operations aspects, from 3D modeling and analysis to conducting complex propulsion test operations. You'll be contributing to critical projects that directly impact the success of Relativity Space's mission to create humanity's industrial base on Mars. The company offers competitive compensation, including equity, and values diversity in their workforce. This is an exceptional opportunity for engineering students passionate about space technology and innovative manufacturing to gain real-world experience in rocket development.

Last updated a month ago

Responsibilities For Test Engineering Intern

  • Design and operate rocket engine test stands for Terran R engines and stages
  • Design advanced propulsion test stands including 3D modeling and analysis
  • Create and optimize test sequences, procedures, and data review processes
  • Conduct complex propulsion test operations
  • Control and receive telemetry from test stand through GUIs
  • Help develop new rocket engine propulsion designs based on test data
  • Participate in construction, commissioning, and maintenance activities

Requirements For Test Engineering Intern

  • Current undergraduate or graduate student in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field
  • Strong engineering fundamentals in thermal, structural, and fluids analysis
  • Hands-on fabrication experience using common power tools
  • Ability to work occasional night shifts
  • Must clear US government background check
  • Demonstrated drive to deliver on tight schedules

Benefits For Test Engineering Intern

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

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