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Simulation Engineer I, Arc Vehicle

Inversion
Location
Playa Vista, California, United States
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Simulation
Salary
$71,000 - $124,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience
  • Typically 1+ years of internship, academic research, or professional experience developing software, physics-based simulations, or numerical models
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ or Python in a Linux environment
  • Strong foundational understanding of physics, classical mechanics, dynamics, and numerical analysis
  • Familiarity with standard software development practices, including version control (Git)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong motivation to learn and take on technical ownership of complex codebases
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with aerospace simulation tools, physics engines, or numerical frameworks (such as MATLAB/Simulink, ROS/ROS2, or custom C++ engines)
  • Familiarity with continuous integration (CI/CD) pipelines, containerization (Docker), and cloud or HPC infrastructure
  • Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, processors-in-the-loop (PIL), or interfacing hardware with software simulations
  • Demonstrated technical execution through collegiate engineering teams (such as Formula SAE, rocket clubs, or robotics design groups)
  • Prior internship experience in a fast-paced aerospace, robotics, or high-tech startup environment.
What the job really is

As a Simulation Engineer I at Inversion, you will develop, automate, and maintain simulation and testing environments for flight systems. Your role involves bridging GNC, Software, and Simulation teams, translating MATLAB-based algorithms into C/C++ flight software, and creating tools for verification of flight software under realistic conditions. You will also be responsible for maintaining simulation infrastructure and documenting workflows for product engineering teams.

Things to weigh
  • Position requires in-office presence in Playa Vista, CA
  • No specific mention of additional benefits or perks
  • Salary range provided, but pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on several factors.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible for required authorizations due to ITAR compliance.
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