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Vehicle Software Engineer - Summer Internship 2027

Inversion Space · Playa Vista, California, United States · On-site

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About Inversion Space

Making Space a Transportation Layer for Earth. Backed by Y Combinator.

About the role

As a Vehicle Software Engineering Intern at Inversion, you will help develop the software systems that enable our next-generation reentry vehicles to operate reliably, both in space and on the ground. You will work alongside experienced flight and ground software engineers to build, test, and deploy software that directly supports spacecraft development, qualification, and mission operations. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Demonstrated software development experience through personal projects, engineering teams, research, open-source contributions, or previous internships
  • Experience programming in at least one language such as C, C++, Rust, or Python
  • Strong understanding of fundamental software engineering concepts, including debugging, testing, data structures, and software design
  • Familiarity with collaborative development tools and practices such as Git, code reviews, or automated testing
  • Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and the ability to independently work through unfamiliar technical challenges
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly and collaborate effectively with engineers across disciplines
More about this role

Inversion is an aerospace and defense company pioneering advanced reentry technology to enable next-generation capabilities from space. 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.

The 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.

Headquartered 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.

As a Vehicle Software Engineering Intern at Inversion, you will help develop the software systems that enable our next-generation reentry vehicles to operate reliably, both in space and...

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