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Tim Ellis

Co-Founder & Board Member, Relativity Space · United States

Tim Ellis is the Co-Founder & Board Member of Relativity Space. Ellis is based in the United States. Earlier roles include positions at Relativity Space.

Co-founder and former CEO of Relativity Space, an aerospace manufacturing company developing 3D-printed rockets. Ellis previously worked at Blue Origin as a propulsion development engineer, and holds BS and MS degrees in Aerospace Engineering from USC.

Recent developments

AI summary of recent coverage

Recent coverage of Relativity Space has focused on significant leadership changes, with former Google CEO Eric Schmidt taking over as the company's chief executive in early 2025, while founder Tim Ellis transitions from that role. The headlines also reflect the company's evolution from its early days as a 3D-printed rocket venture to its current status as a billion-dollar aerospace competitor, with recent reporting addressing how these leadership shifts may shape the company's future direction and development of its Terran R rocket program.

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Tim Ellis: FAQ

Who is Tim Ellis?
Tim Ellis is the Co-Founder & Board Member of Relativity Space, based in United States.
Where did Tim Ellis work previously?
Earlier roles include Relativity Space (CEO, until 2025).