Space Propulsion

Space Propulsion jobs in Playa Vista, CA

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Senior Propulsion Development Engineer Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionYou will design, build, and test liquid and gas propulsion systems for Arc, our hypersonic reentry vehicle. Own mechanical design and analysis of fluid networks, manage fabrication, author test procedures, and lead hot-fire test campaigns. Work cross-functionally to integrate hardware and verify performance.$137,000 to $193,000 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion R&D Technician Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionYou will build, test, and refine propulsion hardware including components, actuators, and engines for Inversion's Arc reentry spacecraft. Working alongside propulsion engineers, you'll execute metrology, metallography, assembly, and testing to demonstrate new designs meet mission-critical performance goals in a fast-paced R&D environment.$47 to $61 per hourOn site

Propulsion and Energetics Test Engineer II Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionYou will design, build, and operate propulsion and thermal protection system test stands for Inversion's Arc reentry spacecraft. Lead critical ground test campaigns that validate models, retire technical risk, and shape vehicle design before flight.$106,000 to $150,000 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion and Energetics Thermofluids Engineer Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionDesign and own vacuum chamber and heat exchanger cooling systems for Inversion's high-energy hypersonic plasma test facility. You'll lead thermal analysis, mechanical design, and prototype integration from concept through flight-like hardware, partnering across vehicle and manufacturing teams.$137,000 to $193,000 per yearOn site