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In Orbit Aerospace · 2 months ago

Descent Systems Engineer

Torrance, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

In Orbit Aerospace is on a mission to provide resilient and autonomous cargo delivery solutions. The Descent Systems Engineer will design, develop, and test advanced parachutes and decelerator systems while collaborating with various engineering teams for vehicle-level integrations.

AerospaceLogisticsManufacturingTransportation

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the development of parafoils, reefing systems, and other decelerator components

Develop fabrication and manufacturing processes including material selection, patterning, sewing, rigging, and hardware integration

Plan and conduct flight tests including drop tests, high-altitude balloon tests, and other captive-carry deployments

Support the development of test plans, procedures, and instrumentation requirements to verify system performance

Collaborate closely with mechanical, avionics, and software teams for vehicle-level integrations

Own documentation and configuration management for parachute assemblies, manufacturing specifications, and test reports

Qualification

Aerospace EngineeringAerodynamicsFlight TestingTextile MaterialsReefing SystemsPattern Design ToolsTeamworkCommunication

Required

Bachelor's Degree level of education in Aerospace Engineering or similar curriculum

Strong understanding of aerodynamics, drag modeling, reefing techniques, and dynamic behaviors of decelerators

Experience with reefing line cutting systems or multi-stage deployment mechanisms

Experience conducting ground and flight tests for decelerator systems, including test planning, instrument integration, data analysis, and anomaly investigation

Expertise with textile materials (e.g., F-111, S-P fabric, Kevlar, Dyneema)

Ability to work hands-on with sewing machines and ground test fixtures

Solid teamworking and relationship building skills with the ability to effectively communicate difficult technical problems and solutions with other engineering disciplines

Willing to work extended hours as needed

Able to stand for extended periods of time

Able to occasionally travel (~25%) and support off-site testing

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