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Turion Space · 1 day ago

Hardware Engineering Summer Intern

positionIrvine, CA, US
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

Turion Space is committed to ensuring that space remains usable, safe, and secure for generations to come. As a Hardware Engineering Summer Intern, you will design reliable hardware systems for space applications, engage in development activities, and contribute to engineering projects. This internship offers an opportunity to learn about aerospace technology and gain hands-on experience in hardware design and assembly.

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Responsibilities

Perform moderately complex development activities, including the design, assembly, testing, and documentation of satellites
Act as a technical reference within a group or solution
Develop and employ the best practices and maintain them through technical reviews and mentoring
Perform root cause analysis, validation/verification testing
Contribute to the engineering roadmap process for R&D projects
Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations and design reviews

Qualification

Aerospace knowledgeHardware designSolidWorksAboveRoot cause analysisTeam collaborationTechnical documentation

Required

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
Passion for, and knowledge of, aerospace and space technology
Must be able to work full time (40 hours per week), on-site in Irvine, CA for 12 consecutive weeks between May – September 2026
Must be able to provide your own transportation and housing
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Preferred

GPA of 3.5 or above
Hands-on experience working on teams designing hardware

Benefits

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.

Company

Turion Space

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Turion Space designs, builds, and operates DROID satellites to address pressing national security needs.
dateFounded in 2021
location
Irvine, California, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://turionspace.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$27.82M
Key Investors
Veteran Ventures Capital
2024-12-02Series A· $20M
2022-03-01Seed· $1.5M
2021-09-01Seed· $6.2M

Leadership Team

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Patryk Wiatr
Co-Founder & CIO
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Tyler James Pierce
Co-Founder, President
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