Senior Application Administrator / Systems Engineer

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.

What You’ll Do: 

The Application Administrator / Systems Engineer is responsible for the deployment, configuration, maintenance, and support of enterprise applications and cloud services. This role supports engineering, development, and manufacturing systems, including CAD/CAM platforms, development toolchains, and cloud-native infrastructure across government-compliant environments. 

• Administer and support enterprise applications, including:  
• CAD/CAM platforms (e.g., Siemens NX, Teamcenter, Mastercam)  
• Development tools (Git, CI/CD pipelines, container platforms)  
• Manage and maintain cloud environments:  
• AWS GovCloud, Azure Government (GCCH), Google Cloud (as applicable)  
• Deploy, configure, and support containerized applications:  
• Kubernetes, Docker  
• Manage application integrations, updates, and lifecycle  
• Troubleshoot application performance and user issues (Tier 2–3)  
• Implement and maintain security controls for applications and cloud systems  
• Support identity and access integration (SSO, RBAC, Entra ID, etc.)  
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize workflows and tooling  
• Maintain documentation for systems, configurations, and procedures  
• Support compliance requirements (CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR/EAR)  
• Monitor system health, performance, and availability  

Required Qualifications:

• 5–9+ years of experience in application administration or systems engineering  
• Experience with enterprise software platforms and lifecycle management  
• Strong knowledge of:  
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)  
• Linux and/or Windows server environments  
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)  
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines  
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CAD/CAM and PLM systems (NX, Teamcenter, Mastercam)  
• Experience in government or regulated cloud environments (GCCH, GovCloud)  
• Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, ARM, etc.)  
• Experience supporting DevOps workflows  
• Security/compliance experience (CMMC, NIST, FedRAMP) 

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 $140,000 - $180,000.  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.