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Inversion

Senior TPS Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$46 - $61/hr

Position Overview: We're looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented TPS Technician to support the fabrication, installation, and refurbishment of thermal protection systems across our flight ...

Inversion

Senior TPS Technician

Vista, CA · On-site

$46 - $61/hr

Position Overview: We're looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented TPS Technician to support the fabrication, installation, and refurbishment of thermal protection systems across our flight ...

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Senior TPS Technician

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Inversion
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 1 - 10 employees
Learn more about Inversionexternal

$46 - $61/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Fabricate, install, bond, and finish ablative TPS materials on flight hardware

  • Install, fit, trim, and repair ceramic and composite TPS tiles

  • Inspect TPS installations for defects, gaps, adhesion issues, and compliance to spec

Job description

Who 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.

Position Overview: 

We're looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented TPS Technician to support the fabrication, installation, and refurbishment of thermal protection systems across our flight hardware. This role is critical to ensuring the integrity and performance of heat shield systems, including ablative materials and reusable tile-based protection. 

You'll work closely with engineering and integration teams to bring designs to life-owning the hands-on execution of TPS processes in a fast-paced startup environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Fabricate, install, bond, and finish ablative TPS materials on flight hardware  
  • Install, fit, trim, and repair ceramic and composite TPS tiles  
  • Perform surface prep including sanding, cleaning, masking, and priming for TPS application  
  • Execute bonding processes (adhesives, curing cycles, vacuum bagging where applicable)  
  • Inspect TPS installations for defects, gaps, adhesion issues, and compliance to spec  
  • Conduct rework and repairs on damaged TPS systems  
  • Interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specs  
  • Collaborate with engineering to refine installation processes and improve manufacturability  
  • Maintain cleanroom or controlled environment standards where required  
  • Document work performed and track hardware through build processes   
Required Qualifications: 
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing, composites, or TPS-related work  
  • Experience working with ablative materials, adhesives, or high-temperature composites  
  • Familiarity with precision hand tools, measuring equipment, and shop processes  
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions  
  • Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship mindset 
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret security clearance. 
Desired Qualifications: 
  • Direct experience with thermal protection systems (tiles, blankets, or ablatives)  
  • Experience with bonding processes, including adhesive selection and cure cycles  
  • Background in aerospace, defense, or high-performance automotive manufacturing  
  • Experience working in cleanroom or controlled environments  
  • Familiarity with NDI/inspection methods for bonded systems 
Physical Requirements 
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive manual tasks  
  • Comfortable working with PPE, respirators, and safety equipment as required  
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs 

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 $46 - $61.  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. 

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