Computer Vision Engineer

Computer Vision Engineer
Department: Payload
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Irvine, California
Compensation: $100,000 - $140,000 / year
Description
Turion Space is building spacecraft for national security and in-space operations - and the ground systems to support them. From debris removal to space domain awareness to building a more secure space economy, we are a team focused on getting real hardware and software to orbit, operate, and scale fast.
We're looking for a Computer Vision Engineer to help build the software that powers our proliferated ground sensor network. You'll develop core CV and ML pipelines, monitor deployed vision systems, and work with massive datasets to improve performance and identify threats in space.
This is a hands-on role with real-world impact. If you're looking to work on fast, responsive ground systems that drive orbital awareness, this is it.
Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the research, design, implementation, and testing of CV and/or AI/ML software
• Develop core software for Turion's ground-segment systems
• Build monitoring systems for deployed vision systems
• Analyze large datasets gathered from the ground-segment systems
• Identify opportunities to improve ground-segment's performance and efficiency
• Assist in the deployment of new ground-segment sites

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Strong experience in C++ and Python
• Experience with edge deployed vision systems
• Hands-on experience in prototyping and maturing ML algorithms
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, self-driven entrepreneurial workplace
• Bachelor's Computer Science degree or a related field.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an active DOD Secret or Top Secret clearance.

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:

• 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, 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.
• 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.