Turion Space exists at the intersection of the tech, aerospace, and defense industries. Our company thrives on solving hard problems and delivering software that our customers can rely upon. Our clients range from commercial companies licensing our software to large defense contractors that partner with us to develop and maintain systems.
Role Description
Position: Mid-Level Mod-Sim Engineer
Location: Hybrid/Regional (with El Segundo & client location travel as required)
Employment: Full-Time
Salary: $110,000 - $180,000
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in relevant field
Experience: 5 to 10 years of experience in relevant industries
Clearance: Meets qualifications to be granted a SECRET (or higher) clearance
Tools: C, C++, MATLAB, or similar alternatives
Must be a US Citizen
Ideal Qualifications
Clearance: Active SECRET (or higher) clearance (adjudicated within the last 5 years)
Experience: Prior experience conducting modeling and simulation for secure, space systems
Responsibilities
Design and develop key algorithms in astronautics and related aerospace fields
Architect models to support mod-sim application workflows and requirements
Design, develop, document, test, and debug mod-sim application software and systems
Utilize relevant tooling in response to analysis tasks on key space systems
Integrate within team environment for related software engineering responsibilities
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 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.
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.
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What We Do
Turion Space is building the infrastructure to secure and sustain the future of space. Founded to address the growing need for space domain awareness, in-space servicing, and debris mitigation, Turion designs, builds, and operates spacecraft with real-world operational capability. Our vehicles are built for national security and commercial missions that require speed, autonomy, and resilience.
We believe the next chapter of space operations will be defined by who can act, not just observe. That’s why we’re focused on building platforms that move fast, adapt in orbit, and solve problems ranging from satellite servicing to tactical intelligence gathering.
We successfully launched our DROID.001 satellite in June 2023 and DROID.002 in March 2025. DROID.003 is scheduled for launch in 2026.
Why Work With Us
Turion Space is where startup grit meets real space missions. We build and fly spacecraft for defense, servicing, and domain awareness. No red tape, no sidelines, just hands-on work that matters.
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