Turion Space · 8 hours ago
Systems Integration & Test Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$150K/yr - $190K/yr
4+ years expTurion Space is building spacecraft for national security and in-space operations, focused on getting real hardware to orbit fast and scaling capability. The Systems Integration & Test Engineer will own the testing of spacecraft and its subsystems in preparation for launch, interfacing with various teams to support test, verification, and validation of requirements.
AerospaceInformation TechnologyManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Works as a key part of the overall Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (SEIT) group
Takes ownership over ground testing of flight hardware, including test setup, execution, and review
Develops, performs, and supports testing activities in various environments such as cleanrooms, vibrational test facilities, thermal vacuum test facilities
Travel’s offsite to support test campaigns
Working with vendors and environmental test laboratories to support test campaigns
Works with program managers and design engineers to ensure requirements traceability and compliance
Participates in milestone reviews (design, manufacturing, test) and provide technical input for test capabilities, test readiness, and configuration management
Translate system requirements into system architectures that integrate space, ground and end user systems to meet overall mission needs while considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints
Develops interface control documents and system models that define interfaces between space, ground and end user segments
Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, and trade studies
Works with space vehicle and ground segment contractors to ensure designs meet requirements and interfaces across segments and systems will function properly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field
4+ years of experience integration & testing complex multi-element systems
Experience in spacecraft systems engineering
Experience with systems engineering involving the integration of complex multi-element systems
Ability and willingness to sometimes work weekend and evenings as needed to achieve launch target goals
Experience writing and executing test procedures
Experience creating as-run test reports
Experience with environmental testing such as vibration and thermal vacuum
Experience with functional and performance testing of space systems
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret or TS/SCI clearance
Preferred
Previous experience leading a test campaign
Previous experience with another space startup
Experience developing space systems, preferably including space-to-ground integration
Experience developing space program interfaces and detailed Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Benefits
Equity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan to help you plan for your future.
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.
Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.
Team Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.
Company
Turion Space
Turion Space designs, builds, and operates DROID satellites to address pressing national security needs.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$27.82MKey Investors
Veteran Ventures Capital
2024-12-02Series A· $20M
2022-03-01Seed· $1.5M
2021-09-01Seed· $6.2M
Leadership Team
P
Patryk Wiatr
Co-Founder & CIO
T
Tyler James Pierce
Co-Founder & CFO
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