Sr. PBF Process Control Engineer at Relativity Space

At Relativity Space were building rockets to serve todays needs and tomorrows breakthroughs. OurTerran R vehicle will deliver customer payloads to orbit meeting the growing demand for launchcapacity. But thats just the start. Achieving commercial success with Terran R will unlock newopportunities to advance science exploration and innovation pioneering progress that reaches beyondthe known.Joining Relativity means becoming part of something where autonomy ownership and impact exist at every level. Here youre not just executing tasks; youre solving problems that havent been solved before helping develop a rocket a factory and a business from the ground up. Whether youre in propulsion manufacturing software avionics or a corporate function youll collaborate across teams shape decisions and see your work come to life in record time. Relativity is a place where creativity and technical rigor go hand in hand and your voice will help define the stories were writing together. Nowis a unique moment in time where its early enough to leave your mark on the product the process andthe culture but far enough along that Terran R is tangible and picking up momentum. The mostmeaningful work of your career is waiting. Join us.About the Team:The Powder Bed Fusion Additive Manufacturing team is pushing the boundaries of whats possible in rocket propulsion hardware. Responsible for development process and production the team oversees initial concept to final hardware with rigorous quality and precision. From developing print parameters on state-of-the-art 3D printers to enabling fast iteration for partner departments the team plays a critical role in taking engine designs from concept to hot fire. The team was instrumental in producing Aeon 1 engines for Terran 1 launch and is now pioneering next-generation processes and designs for our Aeon R engines that will power Terran R. With flight hardware production scaling up rapidly now is the time to join and make a direct impact.About the Role:The Senior PBF Process Control Engineer owns the core PBF process definition for Relativitys metal additive production systems. You will drive qualification strategies parameter management and process stability frameworks across flight hardware production. You will partner closely with M&P Quality PBF Development and Production to define how process changes are evaluated and verified and ensure our specifications stay ahead of design and vehicle demands.Key Responsibilities Lead authorship and stewardship of controlled PBF process specifications (powder reuse parameter sets machine maintenance post-processing test requirements)Own the Process Change Verification workflow define qualification strategy build test plans execute data review and acceptance criteria for new parameter sets materials or equipmentDevelop statistical frameworks for process capability (Cpk tensile variability powder lifecycle metrics)Lead root cause and corrective action efforts for PBF-related non-conformancesGuide junior engineers in process documentation data interpretation and verification test designRepresent the PBF organization in cross-functional reviews (e.g. Material Review Board Design Change Board Qualification Readiness Reviews)Drive risk reduction initiatives parameter validation across machines environmental controls powder degradation tracking and build stability optimizationCollaborate with Design and M&P on allowable generation and witness coupon strategy to ensure flight margin confidencePartner with Quality and Production to streamline AS9100 compliance and data traceability frameworksSupport hardware failure analysis and lessons-learned integration into process specificationsHardware ownership - creating process plans work orders and dispositioning non conformancesWorking with Designers on DFAM inputAbout You:B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Materials Aerospace or Manufacturing Engineering5 years of industry experience in metal AM process control (or hardware ownership) or special process ownership in aerospaceStrong understanding of metal AM qualification and material property verification strategiesDemonstrated experience with controlled specification management and configuration control toolsProven ability to analyze test data and draw statistically sound conclusions for process acceptanceExperience with EOS and Velo hardware and EOSPRINT/Flow softwareNice to haves but not required:Familiarity with Process Control Documents and NASA/DoD metal AM qualification standardsExperience mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional investigationsWorking knowledge of SQL/Python data pipelines and SPC dashboardsDemonstrated impact in reducing process variability or establishing stable production capabilityAt 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.Hiring Range:$142000 - $181500 USDWe 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 .Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Food Safety,Babysitting,Business Management,ABAP,Domestic,Automobile Service Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 142000 - 181500