
About Turion Space
Empowering sustainable satellite operations for critical missions
Key Highlights
- Raised $11.4 million in seed funding
- Aims to produce 45 satellites annually by 2027
- Headquartered in Irvine, CA, with 21-100 employees
- Operates DROID Satellites controlled via the Starfire OS
Turion Space, headquartered at the Irvine Spectrum Center in Irvine, CA, is a satellite manufacturer and operator focused on advancing space sustainability and national security. The company has raised $11.4 million in seed funding to support its innovative DROID Satellites, which clients can contro...
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Turion Space offers competitive equity options, flexible PTO policies, and a remote work environment to support work-life balance. Employees also bene...
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Turion Space fosters a unique culture centered around empowering critical space missions through simplified satellite operations. The company's engine...

Test Automation Engineer β’ Mid-Level
Turion Space β’ Irvine - On-Site
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Turion Space is hiring a Flight Software Development Engineer in Test to design and develop testing frameworks for spacecraft software. You'll work with Python and Java to ensure software quality and reliability. This role requires experience in test automation and collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a solid background in software testing and automation, with experience in developing testing frameworks that ensure software quality. You are proficient in programming languages such as Python and Java, and you understand the intricacies of test automation tools like Selenium. Your collaborative spirit allows you to work effectively with flight software developers and operators, ensuring that software meets performance and reliability standards. You are detail-oriented, capable of creating comprehensive test documentation, and you thrive in environments that foster continuous improvement. You are eager to learn about avionics and flight software architecture, and you are committed to delivering high-quality software solutions.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing Turionβs Flight Software testing framework and tools. You will create detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software requirements, ensuring that all testing activities are documented and traceable. You will engage with cross-disciplinary teams to define test objectives and criteria, providing feedback and recommendations for improvements. Your work will involve rigorous testing of the spacecraft software in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HITL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SITL) environments, helping to catch and fix bugs early in the development process. You will also foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing new testing standards and best practices.
What we offer
At Turion Space, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing aerospace technology. We offer a collaborative work environment where your contributions will directly impact the success of our missions. You will have opportunities for professional growth and development, as well as the chance to work on cutting-edge technology in the aerospace industry. We value diversity and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement. Join us in our mission to revolutionize space exploration.
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