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Turion Space

Maneuverable satellites for space domain awareness and servicing

Irvine, CAOnsite51-200enterprise softwareSeries B
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Turion Space designs, builds, and operates DROID satellites with propulsion for maneuverability, supporting space domain awareness, in-orbit servicing, and debris removal. They serve government agencies like USSF, NASA, NRO and commercial customers needing resilient spacecraft for complex missions. This enables space sustainability, national security, and multi-planetary expansion amid growing orbital congestion.

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Turion Space

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Design, develop, and test spacecraft systems and subsystems across the full satellite lifecycle. Lead requirements derivation, subsystem budgeting, verification planning, and technical milestones while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

120k โ€“ 160kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site3+ YOESTKCameo
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Staff Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Lead spacecraft architecture and technical baseline as Chief Program Engineer for GEO Space Domain Awareness missions. Own system-level budgets, requirements traceability, and verification across full lifecycle while mentoring teams and interfacing with customers.

190k โ€“ 260kIrvine, CAEmbedded EngineeringOn-site12+ YOESTKGMAT
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Manager IT Operations

Lead IT Operations team responsible for corporate infrastructure, help desk management, systems automation, and endpoint lifecycle at a spacecraft company. Requires 5+ years IT ops experience including 2 years leading teams.

150k โ€“ 185kIrvine, CAIT SupportOn-site5+ YOEBashLinux
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Staff Software Engineer

Lead full-stack engineering for Hyperdrive, Turion's AI-first enterprise platform. Architect scalable React dashboards, distributed data systems, and LLM integrations that automate aerospace operations and manufacturing workflows.

180k โ€“ 231kIrvine, CAFullstack EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEGoAWS
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Senior Mission Operations Engineer

Lead mission operations development, integration, and execution for spacecraft. Coordinate across engineering, software, and flight teams; define constraints and procedures; support real-time ops and mentor junior engineers.

130k โ€“ 190kIrvine, CAOtherOn-site3+ YOEPythonMATLAB
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Material Handler

Hands-on role managing shipping/receiving, stockroom operations, and inventory for satellite production. Requires 2+ years in materials handling, international shipping experience, and proficiency with inventory software and Microsoft Office.

22 โ€“ 31Irvine, CAOn-site2+ YOECycle countingAtlassian tools
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Senior Cloud Engineer

Architect and scale secure Azure cloud infrastructure supporting spacecraft control systems and autonomous satellite operations. Requires 5+ years in cloud/SRE/DevOps, deep Azure expertise, IAM proficiency, and compliance framework experience.

160k โ€“ 213kIrvine, CADevOps / SREOn-site5+ YOEGoAKS
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Senior Spacecraft Integration Engineer

Mid-level engineer responsible for designing and improving manufacturing processes for complex spacecraft systems, focusing on mechanical and electrical integration, troubleshooting, and quality assurance in Irvine, CA.

125k โ€“ 175kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site3+ YOECADMRP systems
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Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, components, and services for space hardware production. Manages full procurement cycle from RFQ through PO execution and supplier performance in a manufacturing environment.

120k โ€“ 150kIrvine, CAOtherOn-site5+ YOESAPOracle
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Senior GNC Engineer

As a Senior GNC Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement guidance, navigation, and control systems for satellite missions. You will lead projects, develop novel algorithms, and mentor junior engineers, contributing to the technical strategy of satellite programs.

150k โ€“ 213kIrvine, CAEmbedded EngineeringHybrid5+ YOEC++GNC
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Production Operations Manager

The Production Operations Manager will lead end-to-end satellite production operations, driving on-time delivery, quality, and efficiency. This role involves managing daily production, ensuring compliance with AS9100, implementing lean manufacturing principles, and leading a team of technicians.

120k โ€“ 180kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site6+ YOEAS9100ERP systems
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Principal Astrodynamics Engineer

Lead the development of high-fidelity orbit determination and astronautics capabilities. Design and implement advanced estimation algorithms, support mission analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical excellence and operational reliability.

180k โ€“ 270kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEC++Git
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Account Executive, Tactical Space Systems

Own full-cycle capture for large-scale government space programs, driving business development and proposal efforts for spacecraft bus and payload offerings at a space technology company.

140k โ€“ 240kIrvine, CA +1Account ExecutiveOn-site4+ YOEProposal WritingU.S. Space Force
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Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer

Lead spacecraft systems engineering across the full satellite lifecycle from concept through operations, owning requirements, system budgets, verification plans, and cross-functional technical leadership. Requires 8+ years spacecraft systems experience and a bachelor's in aerospace, electrical, or systems engineering.

140k โ€“ 195kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site8+ YOESTKJama
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Senior Drafter

Create and check engineering drawings and CAD models for satellite components and assemblies using SolidWorks. Requires 7+ years of mechanical drafting experience with strong GD&T expertise.

90k โ€“ 135kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site7+ YOEPDMPLM
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Senior Flight Software Engineer

Designs, develops, tests, and owns embedded flight software for spacecraft systems. Collaborates with cross-functional teams, mentors juniors, troubleshoots mission operations, with 4+ years embedded C/C++ experience required.

140k โ€“ 190kIrvine, CAEmbedded EngineeringOn-site4+ YOECC++
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Flight Software Development Engineer in Test

Designs and develops testing frameworks, plans, and automated tests for spacecraft flight software in HITL/SITL environments. Requires 2+ years software development experience, C/C++ proficiency, and hardware-interacting test expertise.

140k โ€“ 190kIrvine, CAQA EngineeringOn-site2+ YOECC++
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FPGA/Firmware Manager

Leads a team developing HDL and firmware for custom FPGA/SoC systems in spacecraft hardware. Requires 8+ years in FPGA firmware/HDL, 2+ years managing engineers, and bachelor's in EE/CS or related.

175k โ€“ 225kIrvine, CAEmbedded EngineeringOn-site8+ YOEAXIUVM
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Staff FPGA/Firmware Engineer

Designs and verifies HDL and firmware for custom FPGA/SoC systems in spacecraft, focusing on high-speed data handling and embedded interfaces. Requires 10+ years FPGA experience, RTL proficiency, and bachelor's degree.

175k โ€“ 225kIrvine, CAEmbedded EngineeringOn-site10+ YOEUVMAXI
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Mission Systems Engineer, MBSE

Develops and maintains SysML models for space mission architectures, ensuring traceability from ConOps to verification across full satellite lifecycle. Requires 5+ years systems engineering experience, hands-on MBSE tool expertise, and space/defense domain knowledge.

125k โ€“ 175kIrvine, CAEmbedded EngineeringOn-site5+ YOESTKSysML
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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Designs metallic structures and propulsion fluid systems for spacecraft, creates detailed drawings with GD&T, and leads engineers. Requires 5+ years experience, Solidworks proficiency, and spacecraft design background.

120k โ€“ 175kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site5+ YOECADGD&T
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Senior Thermal Engineer

Leads thermal design, analysis, modeling, and testing for satellite hardware systems. Requires 5+ years space industry experience, expertise in Thermal Desktop, hand calculations, and CAD software.

150k โ€“ 200kIrvine, CAHardware EngineeringOn-site5+ YOE3D CADSolidWorks