Head of Hardware Engineering
Posted on 5/11/2023
INACTIVE
Inversion Space

11-50 employees

Developing high-frequency, low-cost space re-entry vehicles for cargo
Company Overview
Inversion is a pioneering company in the space industry, focusing on the development of high-frequency, low-cost re-entry vehicles, a crucial element for the expansion of human activities in low-earth orbit and beyond. The company's unique approach sets it apart from traditional space companies, as it primarily serves customers on the ground, thus positioning itself to make a significant impact by tapping into pre-existing markets. Inversion's ambition to lead the US in this new transportation modality, akin to the country's role in the advent of aircraft, demonstrates its commitment to industry leadership and technical innovation.
B2B

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$10M

Founded

2021

Headquarters

Torrance, California

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

141%
Locations
Carson, CA, USA
Experience Level
Entry
Junior
Mid
Senior
Expert
Requirements
  • Lead, grow and inspire all of hardware engineering, tasked with building spaceflight hardware
  • Create and execute the hardware development roadmap, aligning hardware milestones and development with company-wide plans, goals and strategies
  • Create and lead initial design and analyses of all space capsule hardware from component design through integration and testing
  • Manage multiple complex hardware programs from concept through design to production readiness
  • Act as technical mentor and day-to-day supervisor for engineering
  • Bachelors' degree from an accredited university in a relevant field
  • 8+ years' experience with the full design, build, test cycle for space flight hardware
  • 4+ years' of leading an engineering team
  • Masters' degree from an accredited university in a relevant field
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced start-up environment
  • Demonstrated ability to design, develop, and launch complex hardware products
  • Ability to manage a team of subject matter experts and set technical direction
  • Proven success in designing or testing game-changing products in the aerospace industry
  • Position may require extended work hours and weekend work
  • Position may require standing, bending, and working directly with hardware on the floor for extended periods of time