Inversion Space
Senior Avionics Engineer
$137K–$193K
Playa Vista, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Sep 22, 2026
- Experience
- Typically, 5+ years of professional experience in the design, build, and test cycle for satellite and spacecraft flight computer hardware.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- 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.
About the job
Architects, develops, tests, and integrates avionics hardware for Inversion’s next-generation spacecraft, from initial design through qualified delivery.
What you'll do
- Own avionics system architecture, circuit-board design, integration, verification, and environmental qualification.
- Lead avionics hardware builds and collaborate across engineering teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.
- Develop design and test processes, lead trade studies, maintain documentation, and contribute to flight software architecture.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with mixed-signal and digital circuit simulations and PCB design software such as Altium Designer.
- Hands-on experience implementing mixed-signal PCBs with digital communications; background in fault-tolerant electronics design.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.
Nice to have
- Background in high-reliability or safety-critical spacecraft or automotive systems; knowledge of radiation-hardened or rad-tolerant design.
- Proficiency with C/C++, Python, or Rust; proficiency with VHDL or Verilog.
Pay
$137,000-$193,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
Altium Designer, UART, I2C, SPI, RS422, RS485, CAN, PCIe
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