Senior Regulatory Engineer

Inversion•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for Earth 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.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the aerospace or similar regulated industry
Demonstrated expertise in 14 CFR Part 450, Part 460, Part 440, and related regulation sets
Proven experience participating in leading industry or regulatory initiatives (e.g., COMSTAC, Commercial Spaceflight Federation, SpARC)
Strong project management skills with a demonstrated history of delivering results on schedule
Ability to multitask and effectively manage several parallel projects concurrently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to foster positive relationships with team members, government stakeholders, and external partners

Nice To Haves

8+ years of experience in aerospace or similar regulated industry
Experience in mission assurance or aerospace operations
Familiarity with cross-domain regulatory concerns including airspace integration, spectrum licensing, and spaceflight safety
Previous experience with DOD spaceflight approval processes
Experience with reentry vehicles, launch vehicles, or spacecraft regulatory approvals
Understanding of payload integration regulatory requirements
Advanced degree in engineering, policy, or related field

Responsibilities

Serve as primary liaison with the FAA to ensure compliance with federal launch and reentry regulations (14 CFR Part 450)
Navigate and address international spaceflight regulations and coordinate with international partners
Coordinate with FAA Air Traffic Control, U.S. Coast Guard, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), and international regulatory authorities
Manage FCC spectrum licensing applications and compliance for spacecraft communications systems
Develop and maintain regulatory strategy aligned with company mission objectives
Establish and maintain productive relationships with landing site operators and facility stakeholders
Manage outside vendors and consultants for specialized regulatory needs
Act as team liaison to ensure operational processes align with license approvals, industry guidance, and best practices
Represent the company's interests in regulatory working groups, rulemaking bodies, and industry coalitions
Manage technical and programmatic risks, developing effective mitigation plans with cross-functional collaborators
Coordinate with stakeholders in the preparation of data packages and documentation required for compliance activities