Manufacturing Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and own the end-to-end vehicle assembly sequence, integration flow, and build plans for the Arc vehicle
• Create and execute detailed vehicle assembly sequences and integration plans for critical Arc subsystems
• Author, release, and maintain high-fidelity manufacturing work instructions, structural bonding procedures, and integration checklists
• Design, build, and proof-load assembly fixtures, tooling, and ground support equipment (GSE) using CAD
• Lead the disposition of floor non-conformances (MRB), perform root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with centralized shops to schedule part deliveries, structural bonding, and mechanical fabrication
• Establish standard practices for precision mechanical joints, fasteners, adhesives, and interface alignments
• Execute subassembly and vehicle-level mass properties, alignment measurements, and system checkouts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent technical experience
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing, hardware integration, or structural assembly
• Experience authoring detailed assembly procedures and managing build configurations
• Experience designing tooling or fixtures in CAD (Siemens NX or equivalent) and applying GD&T per ASME Y14.5
• Direct experience with structural bonding, composite assembly, or mechanical fastening
• Familiarity with Material Review Board (MRB) processes and root-cause analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with spacecraft, launch vehicle, or high-reliability aerospace hardware assembly
• Experience with aerospace cleaning, bonding preparations, and cleanroom operations
• Familiarity with high-pressure fluid systems, pyrotechnics installation, or flight avionics harnessing
• Familiarity with Thermal Protection System (TPS) manufacturing processes
• Prior experience working in startups or small independent teams

About the Company

Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space, turning Low-Earth Orbit into an on-demand logistics domain.