Parachute Systems Engineer II Verified today
About Inversion Space
Inversion is an aerospace and defense company pioneering advanced reentry technology. The company designs, manufactures, and integrates spacecraft under one roof. Our maneuverable reentry spacecraft, Arc, is designed for rapid global cargo delivery, hypersonic testing, and national security missions.
What You'll Do
As a Parachute Engineer II, you will play a critical role in the design, functionality, and performance of next-generation reentry vehicles. You will be a key member of the Accurate Landing Team, reporting to the Director of Engineering, Accurate Landing.
- Develop and own parachute systems from concept to manufacture
- Work with customers to develop and satisfy design requirements
- Support testing and design of Arc's parachute and deployment systems
- Lead and support parachute hardware, mechanisms, and systems
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of parachute design experience with significant project ownership
- Strong engineering design fundamentals
- Experience in textile design, including sewing, rigging, and hardware testing
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with CAD and design software (GliderPlan, Openglider, LEparagliding, AutoCAD, NX, etc.)
- Experience organizing and executing drop tests or other types of tests
- Active US security clearance
- USPA Class A Sport Parachute license or equivalent
- FAA Senior Rigger Certification
- Mechanical and/or pyrotechnic system design experience
- Joint precision airdrop system (JPADS) design and testing experience
- Knowledge of simulation-based wing modeling, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and/or wind tunnel testing
Location and Compensation
This position requires in-office presence in Playa Vista, California. The California annual base salary for this role is $106,000 to $150,000. Pay is determined by role, level, location, market data, and individual candidate factors including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, and abilities.
ITAR Compliance
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, 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.