Parachute Systems Engineer II — Reentry Vehicle Design

Kindredventures; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Inversion is a cutting-edge aerospace startup focused on reentry technology and rapid, secure payload delivery. As a Parachute Engineer II, you will shape vehicle architecture and parachute systems from concept through manufacture within the Accurate Landing Team.

You will collaborate with customers to define requirements and support extensive testing of Arc’s deployment systems. The role demands strong design fundamentals, textile expertise, and clear communication in a fast-paced startup

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years parachute design experience with significant project ownership.
• Strong engineering design fundamentals.
• Experienced in textile design, including sewing, rigging, and hardware testing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own a variety of parachute systems from concept to manufacture.
• Work with customers to develop and satisfy design requirements.
• Support testing and design of Arc’s parachute and deployment systems.
• Lead and support parachute and parachute-adjacent hardware, mechanisms, and systems.

Skills

Parachute design experience

Textile design basics (sewing, rigging

Engineering design fundamentals

Verbal and written communication

Startup environment adaptability

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

GliderPlan

Openglider

LEparagliding

AutoCAD

NX

Job description

Inversion is a cutting-edge aerospace startup focused on reentry technology and rapid, secure payload delivery. As a Parachute Engineer II, you will shape vehicle architecture and parachute systems from concept through manufacture within the Accurate Landing Team.

You will collaborate with customers to define requirements and support extensive testing of Arc’s deployment systems. The role demands strong design fundamentals, textile expertise, and clear communication in a fast-paced startup