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Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for Earth Who We Are: Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space.   Our mission is to make Earth radically more accessible by turning Low-Earth Orbit into an on-demand logistics domain. We see space not as a destination, but as a platform — one that unlocks unprecedented speed and global reach.   Our spacecraft are designed to deliver payloads anywhere on Earth in under an hour, operating through extreme reentry conditions and landing with high precision. These systems open the door to new ways of testing, delivering, and operating at hypersonic speeds.   Inherently dual-use, our technology is built to meet urgent national security needs while laying the groundwork for future commercial applications. Backed by leading investors including Y Combinator, Spark Capital, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, and working with partners such as the U.S. Space Force and NASA, Inversion is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space-based defense and logistics.   What You'll Do   As a  S enior  Mechan ical  Engineer  at Inversion, you will  own  cradle to grave  development of mission-critical  hardware  on one of the most capable reentry vehicles ever develope d.  This role spans flight hardware, prototype systems, tooling, and integration support that enables the pro gram to move quickly from concept to build.  You’ll  drive  mechanical  system archi tecture  working closely with cross-functional teams to solve complex packaging and manufacturability problems while driving des igns toward real hardware .   This role demands a  versatile,  hands-on engineer who can fluidly move between high-level system architecture, detailed design work, first-principles analysis, hardware testing, and cross-functional collaboration.  You will be a key member of the  Mechanical  team, reporting to the  Director of Mechanical.   Key Responsibilities   Design and develop  flight-critical mecha nical systems, brackets, enclosures, mounts, and mechanisms  from concept through flight qualification   Lead mechanical design of  subsystem integration and vehicle packaging , ensuring hardware comes together as a high-performing, coh esive system   Perform  detailed structural and thermal analysis  using FEA and analytical methods to validate designs against hypersonic and spaceflight environments   Develop and execute comprehensive  test campaigns  including functional testing, environmental qualification (vibration, shock, thermal, TVAC, EMI/EMC), life cycle testing, and acceptance testing   Create detailed  engineering drawings, assembly procedures, interface control documents (ICDs), and design specifications   Work hands-on with manufacturing and integration teams to  build, troubleshoot, and iterate hardware rapidly   Drive  design reviews  and present  technical trade studies  to inform architecture and component selection decisions   Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for custom component procurement, ensuring adherence to schedule and technical requirements   Support vehicle integration activities and provide technical expertise during assembly, test, and launch operations   Required Qualifications   Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering , Mechanical Engineering,  a related field,  or equivalent technical experience   Typically   5 + years of  professional  experience   de