[İş Radarı](https://jobradar.live/) / [Jobs](https://jobradar.live/ilanlar) / Senior Mechatronics Engineer Active On-site Playa Vista, California, United States Posted · 20.09.2026 Greenhouse (US) # Senior Mechatronics Engineer Inversion Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for EarthWho We Are:  Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver next-generation capabilities from space.  Our mission is to make Earth radically more accessible by turning Low-Earth Orbit into an on-demand logistics domain. We see space not as a destination, but as a platform — one that unlocks unprecedented speed and global reach.  Our spacecraft are designed to deliver payloads anywhere on Earth in under an hour, operating through extreme reentry conditions and landing with high precision. These systems open the door to new ways of testing, delivering, and operating at hypersonic speeds.  Inherently dual-use, our technology is built to meet urgent national security needs while laying the groundwork for future commercial applications. Backed by leading investors including Y Combinator, Spark Capital, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, and working with partners such as the U.S. Space Force and NASA, Inversion is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space-based defense and logistics.  What You'll Do:  Producing Inversion's thermal protection systems at rate means using machines to do what is traditionally done by hand. As the Senior Mechatronics Engineer, you will stand up Inversion's automated fiber placement capability and design the custom end-of-arm tooling that adapts robotic automation to our unique materials and processes. In this role, you will:  Stand up an automated fiber placement capability, from requirements definition and machine specification through procurement, integration, and commissioning  Design, build, and iterate custom end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) for material deposition, handling, and processing  Design and integrate robotic work cells, including robot selection, cell layout, safety systems, and fixturing  Develop robot programs and deposition paths, including offline programming and path planning for complex tool surfaces  Integrate controls, sensing, and machine interfaces — PLC/HMI, motion control, and in-process monitoring  Work closely with materials and process engineers to translate material behavior into machine parameters, and iterate the machinery as the material evolves  Drive cycle time, reliability, and process capability improvements as the capability matures from first articles toward rate production  Required Qualifications:  Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, or equivalent experience in a related field  Typically, 5+ years of experience developing automation or robotics for manufacturing  Experience designing and integrating custom end-of-arm tooling (EOAT)  Experience programming and integrating industrial robots (e.g., FANUC, KUKA, ABB, Yaskawa)  Experience standing up new manufacturing equipment or work cells, including specification, procurement, commissioning, and handoff to production  Experience with industrial controls, including PLC/HMI development and sensor integration  Proficiency with 3D CAD for the design of tooling and automation hardware  Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, including prototyping and rapid iteration of new products  This position is on-site at Inversion HQ in Playa Vista, CA.  Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance.  Desired Qualifications:  Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field  Experience with automated fiber placement (AFP), automated tape laying (ATL), filament winding, or similar composites automation  Experience with fiber processes (felting, needling, blind stitching, etc.) that reinforce through thickness strength of 2D materials.  Experience with offline robot programming and simulation tools (e.g., RoboDK, Delmia, Process Simulate)  Experience with machine vision, force/torque sensing, or in-process inspection  Experience with motion control and servo system design and tuning  Experience driving cycle time and process capability in a rate production environment  Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++ for automation tooling and data collection  Prior experience working in startups and/or small independent teams  Our office headquarters is located in Playa Vista, CA. This position requires in-office presence.  The California annual base salary for this role is currently $137,000-$193,000 Pay Grades are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.  Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.ITAR Compliance: 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.     Equal Employment Opportunity: Inversion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability.     Inversion collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.  If you are a US Job Applicant see the CCPA Privacy Policy Notice for further details. This job was verified from Greenhouse (US). Applications are completed on the original source. [Apply on the original listing ↗](https://jobradar.live/ilan/e4318192-3935-4122-989f-282d7a68b3ca/git) ## Stop searching one by one for roles like this. Upload your resume or enter your target roles to see your first 3 matches for free. [Find jobs for me →](https://jobradar.live/uye/kayit) Your resume is never shared with employers; it is processed only for matching. Something wrong with this job?