Inversion · 1 day ago
Flight Software Engineer II
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$107K/yr - $126K/yr
2+ years expInversion is focused on redefining transportation through innovative space technology. As a Flight Software Engineer II, you will play a crucial role in developing the flight software stack for next-generation reentry vehicles, ensuring they can operate effectively in space and return safely to Earth.
AerospaceSpace TravelTransportation
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Contribute to critical software components for a new vehicle from initial concept to deployment
Write and test software for spacecraft, including drivers, networking, fault management, and attitude control interfaces
Assist in creating and executing tests, including HITL (hardware in the loop) and HOOTL/SITL (software in the loop) testing, integration testing, and unit testing
We're a mission-driven team passionate about pushing the limits of space exploration. While there may be moments when the excitement calls for extended hours or weekend work, we prioritize creating an environment where our engineers feel inspired, supported, and constantly challenged to grow
Qualification
Required
2-5 years of software development experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Experience working in a systems level language like Rust, C++, or C
Experience working in a Linux development environment
Basic exposure to software development tools such as version control, code reviews, issue tracking, and CI/CD environments
An innovative and optimistic approach to your work in a dynamic and uncertain environment!
Position may require occasional extended work hours and/or weekend work
Our office headquarters is located in Playa Vista, CA. All jobs require you to work onsite unless otherwise stated in the job description
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State
Preferred
Experience with safety critical systems or other fault tolerant systems
Familiarity with utilizing Python or similar language for testing and tooling
Experience collaborating with GNC engineers and developing interfaces to sensor data (IMUs, GPS, Star Trackers, etc)
Experience with networking (TCP/UDP/Ethernet)
Familiarity with the Linux kernel and interfacing with it (kernel modules, device trees, etc). Extra points for embedded Linux experience (Yocto, BuildRoot, or similar)
Hands-on experience developing, testing, and/or operating spacecraft, flight hardware, HITL, flat-sats, and avionics systems
Prior experience working in startups and small independent teams
Company
Inversion
Inversion builds space capsules to return cargo back to Earth for the commercial, civil, and defense industries.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$54.12MKey Investors
Spark Capital
2024-11-20Series A· $44M
2024-03-01Series Unknown
2022-07-01Seed
Leadership Team
Justin Fiaschetti
CEO & Co-Founder
Austin Briggs
CTO & Co-Founder
Recent News
Soma Capital
2026-01-13
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