Mechanical Engineer, Turion Space
$100-130k
More information about location
Office located in Irvine, CA
Satellite manufacturer & operator
Open for applications
Satellite manufacturer & operator
21-100 employees
Open for applications
$100-130k
More information about location
Office located in Irvine, CA
21-100 employees
Company mission
To advance space sustainability, bridge national security capability gaps, and realign incentives across the value chain in satellite manufacturing.
Role
Who you are
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Experience: 2+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with experience in designing and developing mechanical systems. Experience in aerospace or high-tech industries is a plus
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of mechanical system design, structural analysis, thermal management, and mechanical interfaces. Proficiency with engineering tools and software for design and simulation (e.g., SolidWorks, ANSYS)
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
- Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and collaborate with team members
- Must be able to obtain a Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance
Desirable
- Education: Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with significant experience in aerospace or space technology sectors. Experience with spacecraft or satellite systems is a plus
- Advanced Skills: Expertise in mechanical systems design and integration techniques. Familiarity with high-stress materials, thermal control systems, and space-qualified components
- Certifications: Relevant certifications in mechanical engineering (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) are a plus
- Industry Experience: Experience working in aerospace or space technology sectors, including understanding of the unique requirements and challenges associated with mechanical systems for space missions
- Innovation: Demonstrated ability to contribute to innovative mechanical system designs and improvements
What the job involves
- As a Mechanical Engineering, you will help design and build our satellites and satellite mechanisms
- You will be part of the mechanical engineering team and work on the conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design, analysis, fabrication, and testing of our vehicles and mechanisms
- Reporting to Sean Ewing
- Design and Development: Develop and refine mechanical systems, including structural components, thermal management systems, and mechanical interfaces. Ensure designs meet mission requirements and industry standards
- Integration: Work with engineering teams to integrate mechanical systems into spacecraft and satellite platforms. Ensure compatibility with electrical, thermal, and software systems
- Testing and Validation: Create and execute test plans for mechanical systems. Perform performance and reliability testing to validate system functionality and compliance with specifications
- Problem-Solving: Address and resolve technical issues related to mechanical systems. Troubleshoot problems and implement corrective actions as needed
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and technical manuals. Ensure all documentation meets company and industry standards
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software engineers, and mission planners, to address and resolve integration and performance issues
Application process
- Application Deadline: December 29, 2024
- Stage 1: Applied
- Stage 2: Review
- Stage 3: Technical Interview
- Stage 4: Final Interview
- Stage 5: Hired
Our take
To empower critical space missions, Turion Space builds and operates DROID Satellites that its clients can control through the company's operating system (known as Starfire).
The idea behind Turion's approach is to simplify satellite operations by making them non-configurable, instead handling day-to-day operations itself. In this way, the company helps its clients to eliminate friction between platform and bus suppliers, which can hinder the potential of missions.
To support the expansion of its operations, which include non-earth imaging, space debris removal and satellite servicing, the company has raised strategic funding. This positions it well to move towards its goal of producing 45 satellites annually by 2027.
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Company
Funding (1 round)
Dec 2022
$5m
EARLY VC
Total funding: $5m
Company HQ
Irvine Spectrum Center, Irvine, CA
Leadership
Ryan Westerdahl
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously spent over 8 years at SpaceX, initially as a Propulsion Development Engineering Intern before becoming a Dynamics Engineer.
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