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By combining high-performance materials, precision aerodynamics, and mission-driven autonomy, Inversion is transforming reentry into an operational capability for an entirely new class of missions.\nThe company’s highly maneuverable reentry spacecraft, Arc, is designed for rapid global cargo delivery, hypersonic testing, and other national security missions that require precise, controlled flight through the atmosphere. Arc creates an entirely new transportation domain, unlocking unprecedented speed and global reach.\nHeadquartered in Los Angeles, Inversion designs, manufactures, and integrates its spacecraft under one roof, enabling the company to move rapidly from concept to flight. The company is backed by leading investors including Y Combinator, Spark Capital, and Lockheed Martin Ventures, with customers across the U.S. government and commercial space industry.\nPosition Overview\nAs an Avionics Wire Harness TechnicianIIat Inversion, you will play a hands-on role in the build, verification, and integration of avionics wiring harnesses and electro-mechanical assemblies used in flight hardware and test systems. You will fabricate harnesses from engineering drawings and work instructions, including routing, cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, and installing connectors using standard hand tools and test equipment. You will perform continuity, insulation resistance, and other electrical checks to confirm assemblies meet quality requirements, andconduct detailed visual inspections to ensure compliance with specifications. In addition to bench-level assembly and test, you will support installation and routing of harnesses into avionics enclosures, racks, and vehicle structures, working closely with manufacturing, integration, and engineering teams. The role also includes documenting build and test results, recording non-conformances, assisting with troubleshooting and rework, and providing practical feedback on drawings or process issues identified during fabrication. From initial assembly through final vehicle installation, your work will directly support the delivery of reliable space flight hardware.\nRequired Qualifications \nHigh school diploma or GED. \n5+ years of hands-on experience in cable harness assembly, electrical assembly, or related in the aerospace industry.\nProfessional experience in debugging and conducting basic electrical tests. \nTrack record of attention to detail, good craftsmanship, and taking pride in your work. \nTrack record of safe work habits. \nMust be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted. \nMust be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces. \nAbility to work non-standard shifts, overtime, and weekends as required. \nPosition may require extended work hours and weekend work.\nAbility to pass vision/color requirements per NASA-STD-8739.6B Section 5.7.6\nMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/ Top Secret securityclearance.\nDesired Qualifications \nFamiliarity with standards like IPC-A-620, J-STD-001, NASA-STD-8739, or equivalent aerospace wiring quality programs.\nExperience with aerospace or space-grade harness manufacturing and vehicle hardware.\nFamiliarity with running HiPottests and developing test procedures.\nExperience with traceability and build documentation systems (MES, ERP) - Manufacturo, Eplison3, Ion, First Resance, or equivalent.\nExperience supporting avionics qualification campaigns and testing (shock, vibe, thermal cycle)\nProficient in aerospace PCBA hand soldering and rework to IPC-A-610/J-STD-001 Class 3 and IPC-7711/7721 standards (or NASA-STD-8739), including fine-pitch SMT and through-hole repair.\nCleanroom, ESD, and FOD compliance experience.\nStart upexperience and strong team player.\nOur office headquarters is located in Playa Vista, CA. This position requires in office presence. \nThe California hourly rate for this role is $32 - $47. 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. \nITAR Compliance:\nTo 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. \nEqual Employment Opportunity:\nInversion 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. \nInversion collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. 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