Space Propulsion jobs in Playa Vista, CA

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Senior Propulsion Development Engineer Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · Propulsion

Senior Propulsion and Energetics Analyst (Fluids) Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionYou will develop and lead fluid and thermal analysis of bipropellant rocket engines, tanks, and feed systems using CFD tools like ANSYS CFX, Fluent, or StarCCM. Work autonomously to mature analysis programs from concept through test-ready hardware, guiding design engineers with rigorous simulation results.$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 troubleshoot propulsion hardware including components, actuators, and engines for Inversion's reentry systems. Perform metallography, pressure testing, and additive manufacturing optimization while collaborating directly with propulsion engineers on rapid hardware development.$47 to $61 per hourOn site

Propulsion and Energetics Test Engineer II Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionYou will plan, design, build, and operate propulsion and thermal protection system test stands for reentry vehicles, leading critical test campaigns that validate models and retire technical risk. You'll manage post-test data processing, instrumentation, and coordinate with design engineers on test operations and readiness reviews.$106,000 to $150,000 per yearOn site

Senior Propulsion and Energetics Thermofluids Engineer Verified today

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · PropulsionDesign and own the vacuum chamber and heat exchanger cooling systems for Inversion's high-energy plasma test facility. You'll conduct thermal-fluid analyses, lead 3D conjugate heat transfer modeling, and drive design trades from concept through prototype integration.$137,000 to $193,000 per yearOn site