Inversion
Overview
Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for Earth We are building highly maneuverable re-entry vehicles that can loiter in orbit before precision landing back on Earth, aiming to provide universal access to the globe free of borders and a routine space-to-Earth transportation path. What You’ll Do
Design electronic systems enabling the safe recovery of the Arc vehicle anywhere on Earth. Develop analog, power, and mixed-signal circuit designs, harnesses, and rugged electronic hardware assemblies. Test high-performance, accurate landing and recovery systems through aerial drop test campaigns. Qualify designs through environmental testing, including vibration, shock, thermal, and thermal vacuum testing. Responsibilities
As an Avionics Engineer at Inversion, you will play a critical role in the design, functionality, and performance of our next-generation reentry vehicles. You will be a key member of the Accurate Landing Team, reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, Accurate Landing. You will work at the early stages of vehicle design and help define vehicle architecture while solving new design challenges. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field, or equivalent experience. Typically 3+ years of applicable experience in electrical system design, integration, and testing. PCBAs design experience using Altium Designer or other ECAD tools. Experience implementing mixed-signal PCBs with digital communications (UART, I2C, SPI, RS422, RS485, CAN, Ethernet, etc.). Understanding of sensor and actuator technologies (IMUs, GPS, brushless DC motors, encoders, resolvers). Experience with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB for system development and testing. Experience using laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, electronic loads, data acquisition) for hardware and software development and debugging. Hands-on prototyping (soldering, board assembly, harnessing). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment. Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field, or equivalent experience. Familiarity with LiDAR, Radar, or Computer Vision for navigation applications. Experience using COTS RF hardware for telemetry, tracking, and commanding of an autonomous system. Experience using Linux-based systems for electrical system development. Understanding and experience with requirements, systems design, and test methods for space, launch, and/or reentry environments, including thermal, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, and radiation. Prior experience in the design and test of qualified aerospace or space-flight hardware. Location and Office
This position is on-site at Inversion HQ in Playa Vista, CA. Inversion requires in-office presence. Compensation
California annual base salary for this role is currently $121,000-$150,000. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and market data. Individual pay is set on a case-by-case basis based on factors including relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities, and internal equity. Compliance and Equal Opportunity
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Inversion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
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Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for Earth We are building highly maneuverable re-entry vehicles that can loiter in orbit before precision landing back on Earth, aiming to provide universal access to the globe free of borders and a routine space-to-Earth transportation path. What You’ll Do
Design electronic systems enabling the safe recovery of the Arc vehicle anywhere on Earth. Develop analog, power, and mixed-signal circuit designs, harnesses, and rugged electronic hardware assemblies. Test high-performance, accurate landing and recovery systems through aerial drop test campaigns. Qualify designs through environmental testing, including vibration, shock, thermal, and thermal vacuum testing. Responsibilities
As an Avionics Engineer at Inversion, you will play a critical role in the design, functionality, and performance of our next-generation reentry vehicles. You will be a key member of the Accurate Landing Team, reporting directly to the Director of Engineering, Accurate Landing. You will work at the early stages of vehicle design and help define vehicle architecture while solving new design challenges. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field, or equivalent experience. Typically 3+ years of applicable experience in electrical system design, integration, and testing. PCBAs design experience using Altium Designer or other ECAD tools. Experience implementing mixed-signal PCBs with digital communications (UART, I2C, SPI, RS422, RS485, CAN, Ethernet, etc.). Understanding of sensor and actuator technologies (IMUs, GPS, brushless DC motors, encoders, resolvers). Experience with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, MATLAB for system development and testing. Experience using laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, electronic loads, data acquisition) for hardware and software development and debugging. Hands-on prototyping (soldering, board assembly, harnessing). Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment. Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Robotics, or related field, or equivalent experience. Familiarity with LiDAR, Radar, or Computer Vision for navigation applications. Experience using COTS RF hardware for telemetry, tracking, and commanding of an autonomous system. Experience using Linux-based systems for electrical system development. Understanding and experience with requirements, systems design, and test methods for space, launch, and/or reentry environments, including thermal, vibration, shock, EMI/EMC, and radiation. Prior experience in the design and test of qualified aerospace or space-flight hardware. Location and Office
This position is on-site at Inversion HQ in Playa Vista, CA. Inversion requires in-office presence. Compensation
California annual base salary for this role is currently $121,000-$150,000. Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and market data. Individual pay is set on a case-by-case basis based on factors including relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities, and internal equity. Compliance and Equal Opportunity
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Inversion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
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