Relativity Space

Our latest Aeon R engines have already hit major milestones for Terran R.? Across the latest 3rd gen Aeon R engines, we’ve achieved:? ? Service Life: Far exceeded the runtime required for launching and reusing Stage 1 of Terran R (1,740 seconds), reaching 74 starts compared to the baseline of 31.? ? Hot Fire Test: Achieved the longest hot fire on an Aeon R engine at 160+ seconds.? ? Gimbal Profile Capabilities: Successfully activated hot fire gimbal profiles, with near-daily gimbal hot fires and more testing on the way.? ? Take an in-depth look at our propulsion program: https://lnkd.in/gypMNbpB

Aeon R engines are running gimbaled testing, verifying thrust vector control systems with integrated TVCAs and the same front-to-back communication loop planned for stage testing.?? ? ??? Gimbaling is what allows the vehicle to steer during flight, keeping everything on course from liftoff to landing.? A gimbaling engine is critical for in-flight control. These tests ensure the actuators, software, and supporting systems are all working together as expected.? ? ?? Propulsion Test Engineer: https://bit.ly/3XP7rxG ? ?? Senior Propulsion Test Engineer: https://bit.ly/3FuDOLS ? ?? Senior Test Operations Engineer: https://bit.ly/3FseXZb?? ? All roles: https://lnkd.in/dmaGJr7b??

Design, build, test, repeat. Or, in the words of Clay Walker: build it, blow it up, repeat.? ? Since its commissioning in 2023, our dual-bay engine test stand at NASA Stennis Space Center has supported over 175 engine hot fires—and counting.? ? Learn more about the role of rapid iteration, additive manufacturing, and block upgrades (and catch some ??): https://lnkd.in/gypMNbpB??

Spotted on the factory floor: Terran R’s Stage 1 Common Dome downcomer stub weld operations are complete—a critical step in building a high-performance propellant tank. The downcomer stub acts as the interface within the propellant tank, separating the fuel and LOX tanks while directing LOX propellant to the Aeon R engines. Welding it to the common dome ensures a robust, sealed connection that withstands high pressure, cryogenic temperatures, and intense flight vibrations. Key requirements:? ?? Withstand cryogenic temperatures & high loads? ?? Maintain precise process control for high-quality welds? ?? Ensure airtight welds for proper fuel flow and propellant separation We’re hiring:? ?? Senior Friction Stir Weld Technician: https://bit.ly/4huq2pG ? ?? Senior Integration Technician: https://bit.ly/4iFqUZC ? ?? Senior Vehicle Manufacturing Engineer: https://bit.ly/43ELd5d All roles: https://lnkd.in/dmaGJr7b

I’m excited and honored to join Relativity Space as CEO, and a special thank you to Tim for his leadership and vision in guiding Relativity to this moment. Tim and his colleagues have established a strong foundation for all that’s to come. I’m looking forward to continuing this journey with the incredibly talented and dedicated Relativity team. #NewBeginnings #ReachingForTheMoon #RelativitySpace #SpaceExploration

Design and analysis are critical, but you can’t launch CAD. It’s time to build. ??? ? ? Flight production underway: Barrels, structures, domes, and more are flowing through the factory? ? Engine program in full swing: Dev and flight parts are being printed and tested ahead of qualification? ? Scaling manufacturing: Increasing production rates and volumes for operations at scale? ?? Get the details in our Terran R program update: https://bit.ly/3DE5zks??

Terran R is coming to life. We’ve advanced design fidelity across all subsystems, hit significant hardware and software development milestones, and moved into first flight production. Click through to take a look at what the team has been up to. ????? ? Terran R program update: https://bit.ly/3DE5zks

Exciting times at Relativity! We’ve completed the vehicle-level critical design review for Terran R and begun flight production. It's full steam ahead towards first launch and beyond. ?? Catch up on the latest developments with our in-depth program update: https://bit.ly/3DE5zks

Congratulations to propulsion engineers Isabel Sheff and Matt Clancy for being named to Payload’s 30-under-30 Pioneers! ?? From launching Terran 1 to designing and testing Aeon R engines for Terran R, they’re pushing the boundaries of space innovation. ??? https://lnkd.in/gkPVizhZ

From wind tunnel testing of components to hot-firing engines on test stands, the data collection and rapid iteration process help us develop a Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) system that ensures Terran R delivers optimal performance and transports customer payloads to designated locations. Get the breakdown of Control with Don Nguyen, Director of GNC & Performance.?