About the Team:

The Recovery team is an integral part of the Cape Canaveral launch site, primarily responsible for the design, construction, and operation of the vessels used to recover the Terran R launch vehicle. This scope includes everything from vessel design and maintenance to the safing and securing of the rocket post-flight. We collaborate closely with teams across the company, including launch pad fluids engineers, rocket engine designers, and vehicle operators.

About the Role:

• Assist in bringing the Terran R Recovery barge from concept layouts to detailed plans, followed by supporting construction and activation efforts
• Responsible for the detailed layout, configuration and implementation of Terran R Recovery Barge systems, including everything from consoles and lighting to thrusters, power distribution, fire suppression and fuel storage
• Support build, activation, and certification of the Recovery vessel subsystems
• Safely support system checkouts for vessel power and dynamics systems
• Support operation and troubleshooting of vessel systems leading up to and during the Terran R flight campaigns
• Work with engineers and technicians to develop guides, plans and training to ensure safe operation of the Recovery vessel

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related engineering field from an accredited institution
• At least one (1) year of experience in vessel layout, vessel design, vessel construction, or related marine engineering work
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals and first principles
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Experience performing engineering analysis using finite element analysis (FEA), hand calculations, or equivalent analytical methods
• Ability to travel for extended periods as required by business needs, including work in shipyards, offshore locations, and industrial environments
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Nice to haves but not required:

• Experience safely operating or supporting hazardous systems, including high-pressure, high-voltage, and/or cryogenic systems, in accordance with applicable safety standards
• Experience working with or applying regulatory requirements and standards issued by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), NASA, or comparable regulatory bodies
• Experience implementing or supporting dynamic positioning (DP) control systems in high-precision operational environments
• Working knowledge of commercial marine vessel regulations, including vessel design, construction, and operational requirements
• Experience working in shipyard or offshore production environments
• Experience supporting vessel build or retrofit programs

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 Cape Canaveral, Florida.