Propulsion and Energetics Test Engineer II
Inversion Space
<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for Earth</strong></p></div><h3>Who We Are:</h3> <p>Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space.<br>&nbsp;<br>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.<br>&nbsp;<br>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.<br>&nbsp;<br>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.</p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Position Overview:</span></strong>&nbsp;<br><span data-contrast="auto">Ground test is how Inversion builds confidence in new reentry systems before flight. As a Propulsion &amp; Energetics Test Engineer II, you will lead and support critical test campaigns that shape vehicle design,&nbsp;validate&nbsp;models, and&nbsp;retire&nbsp;technical risk. This role will focus on propulsion and thermal protection system test stand fabrication and maintenance, post-test data processing, and a broad range of&nbsp;additional&nbsp;ground test activities for reentry vehicles.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Key Responsibilities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Plan, design, build, integrate, and&nbsp;operate&nbsp;on propulsion, fluids, and thermal protection system torch test stands with a high degree of safety, autonomy, accountability, and responsibility.&nbsp;</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Support additional propulsion and energetics test activities including subsystem, component, and integrated hardware testing.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and document test instrumentation and measurement, equipment, methods, and processes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate with design engineers and technicians on test planning, operations, and analysis.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Conduct test readiness reviews.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Required Qualifications:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineeri