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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.\nTurion Space is seeking a talented Satellite Guidance, Navigation, and Controls (GNC) Engineer to join our team in Irvine, CA. As a GNC Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and implementation of guidance, navigation, and control systems for our satellite missions. You will work closely with the systems engineering and flight software team to design and implement mission profiles and algorithms. You will have the opportunity to lead projects, develop novel algorithms, and contribute to the overall technical strategy of our satellite programs.\n Key Responsibilities\nDesign, develop, and implement advanced GNC algorithms and control systems for cutting-edge Rendezvous and Proximity Operation (RPO) missions.\n\nConduct simulations, perform hardware-in-the-loop testing, and guide on-orbit testing to validate and verify GNC algorithms and control systems.\n\nConduct mission analysis, trajectory optimization, and orbit determination to ensure mission objectives are met.\n\nCollaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of GNC subsystems with other systems.\n\nAnalyze and optimize system performance, including stability, robustness, and response time.\n\nSupport commissioning of satellites on-orbit, and support our Droid.002 platform which is current in Low Earth Orbit.\n\nDrive the continuous improvement of GNC processes, methodologies, and best practices, and share knowledge with the engineering team.\n\nStay updated with the latest advancements and research in GNC engineering for small satellite systems.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nPh.D., MS with 1-2 years of experience, or BS with 2-4 years of experience, in an engineering discipline with a focus on control systems, orbital mechanics, or similar field\n\nProficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, or MATLAB for algorithm development and simulation\n\nTechnical competency in at least one major aspect of GNC engineering, such as guidance, navigation, controls, modeling & simulation, or GNC testing.\n\nFamiliarity with sensors used in satellite guidance and navigation, such as star trackers, sun sensors, and GPS, at a senior level\n\nProficient communication and teamwork abilities, with the capability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams\n\nProactive, self-motivated, and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced start-up environment\n\nAbility to obtain a Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience with polarity and performance testing of GNC sensors and actuators\n\nExperience in designing and/or prototyping space systems software\n\nHardware-in-the-loop and Software-in-the-loop testing experience\n\nExperience with Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (RPO)\n\nExperience with low thrust trajectories and spacecraft with ΔV propulsion systems\n\nKnowledge of orbital mechanics, trajectory optimization, and mission analysis\n\nExperience implementing optimization algorithms\n\nMission operations experience: investigation of on-orbit anomalies, working with mission operations and/or working directly on the ops floor during a mission.\n\nGNC Engineer Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000 USD\nEmployees may be asked to support alternate shifts, extended shifts, and/or travel during peak work periods.\nITAR Requirements:\nThis 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.\nBenefits: \nWe 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:\nEquity: Receive equity in Turion Space, letting you benefit from the company's success\n\nHealth Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.\n\nRetirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan with a 3% Employer Direct Contribution to help you plan for your future.\n\nPaid Time Off: Generous vacation days, personal days, sick days, and holidays to ensure you have time to recharge.\n\nParental Leave: Paid parental leave following the birth of a newborn or adoption.\n\nEmotional Wellbeing: A no-cost Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your household’s emotional health and wellbeing.\n\nProfessional Development: Opportunities for ongoing internal training, workshops, and courses to advance your skills and career growth.\n\nTeam Building Activities: Regular social events, team outings, and company-sponsored activities to foster a positive work environment.\n\nWe 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.\nTurion 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.","description_format":"text","description_chars":6055,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":2,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Equity","Generous vacation","Health insurance","Parental leave","Professional development","Retirement plans"],"hiring_locations":[{"name":"United States","iso":"US","kind":"country"}],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Satellite Manufacturing","Space Services"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-13T23:56:43Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":36,"reasons":["conf:2","win:early","comp:junior"],"computed_at":"2026-10-14T06:34:16Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":135000,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/turion-space-gnc-engineer","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/turion-space-gnc-engineer.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-14T13:58:56Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":17133,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-15T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":179687},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=179687"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fturion-space-gnc-engineer"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fturion-space-gnc-engineer"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fturion-space-gnc-engineer"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/turion-space-gnc-engineer\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fturion-space-gnc-engineer"}]}