Mechanical Engineer II
About The Position
Turion is developing critical infrastructure for the space economy through vertically integrated hardware and software, including DROID space vehicles and Starfire software for simulation, modeling, planning, and operations. As part of the Mechanical Engineering team, the Mechanical Engineer II will help design and build satellites and mechanisms that enable the company's missions. The role spans the full development lifecycle, from early concept and detailed design through analysis, fabrication, integration, and testing. The engineer will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver robust, reliable flight hardware ready for space. This is a full-time, exempt position based on-site at Turion's Irvine, California headquarters.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
- At least 3 years of mechanical design and drafting experience.
- Experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks is preferred.
- Solid understanding and application of GD&T and tolerance stack-ups.
- Spacecraft design experience.
- Must be able to obtain a Secret and/or TS/SCI clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on experience on teams designing hardware in a highly constrained system under defined timelines.
- Experience working with aluminum and composite materials.
- Familiarity with welded structures and fluid systems.
- Ability to manage large assembly models and drawings.
- Creative problem-solving and ability to collaborate across disciplines to achieve buy-in for a unified design direction.
- Self-motivation and strong multitasking, organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
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 using GD&T and tolerance stack-up principles.
Benefits
- Company stock and equity in Turion Space.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
- 401(k) plan with a 3% employer direct contribution.
- Vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays.
- Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.
- No-cost Employee Assistance Program for employees and their households.
- Internal training, workshops, and courses for professional development.
- Social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
