Mechanical Engineer II

Turion Space; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in Turion Space

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Emotional Wellbeing (EAP)

Professional Development

Team Building Activities

Job summary

Turion Space Corp. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Irvine, CA headquarters on-site. You will work across the full development lifecycle to design and build satellites and mechanisms for space missions, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver robust flight hardware.

The role requires 3+ years of mechanical design experience, Spacecraft design background, and proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred). Eligibility for U.S. security clearances is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Solid understanding and application of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
• Spacecraft design experience.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design metallic structures and propulsion fluid systems under accelerated timelines.
• Review specifications and other engineering data to develop mechanical systems.
• Update designs and drawings through engineering change orders to support rapid design iteration.
• Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.

Skills

Mechanical design

GD&T

Tolerance stack-ups

Spacecraft design

Education

Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Turion is developing the critical infrastructure of the space economy. We're doing this by building vertically integrated hardware and software: DROID, our line of space vehicles, and Starfire, our software suite covering simulation, modeling, planning, and operations. We're a group of people who fell in love with the future sci-fi promised us, and we're building it into reality. We build hard things. We build them well. And we're just getting started. As part of our Mechanical Engineering team, you’ll help design and build the satellites and mechanisms that make our missions possible.

As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll work across the full development lifecycle from early concept and detailed design through analysis, fabrication, integration, and testing. You’ll collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver flight hardware that is robust, reliable, and ready for space.

This is a full-time, exempt position based on-site at our Irvine, California headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design metallic structures and propulsion fluid systems under accelerated timelines

• Review specifications and other engineering data to develop mechanical systems

• Update designs and drawings through engineering change orders to support our rapid pace of design iteration

• Create detailed component and assembly drawings incorporating an understanding of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline

• 3+ years of mechanical design and drafting experience

• Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)

• Solid understanding and application of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups

• Spacecraft design experience

• Must be able to obtain a Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience working on teams designing hardware in a highly constrained system under defined timelines

• Experience working on aluminum and composite materials

• Familiarity with welded structures and fluid systems

• Ability to manage large assembly models and drawings

• Creative problem solver that can collaborate with multiple disciplines to achieve buy‑in for a unified design direction

• Self‑motivated with strong multi‑tasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills

Mechanical Engineer II Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000 USD

Employees may be asked to support alternate shifts, extended shifts, and/or travel during peak work periods.
ITAR Requirements:

This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support the well‑being and professional growth of our employees. In addition to a competitive base salary and company stock, determined by factors such as job‑related knowledge, education, skills, experience, and market demand, full‑time employees are eligible for:

• 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 with a 3% Employer Direct Contribution 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.

• Parental Leave: Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.

• Emotional Wellbeing: A no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your household’s emotional health and wellbeing.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing internal 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.

We are dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for our team members, recognizing that our collective success is built upon the well‑being and satisfaction of each individual.

Turion Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Turion Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.