Firmware Engineer

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Turion Space is building spacecraft for national security and in‑space operations, ranging from debris removal to space domain awareness and building a more secure space economy. We focus on getting real hardware to orbit fast and scaling capability.

This is a full‑time, exempt position based on‑site at our Irvine, California headquarters.

• Design, implement, and verify firmware for embedded systems and spacecraft components
• Develop and optimize firmware for efficient data handling and processing
• Create and run automated test suites, and process their results
• Perform debugging, testing, and validation of firmware on prototype and flight hardware
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to define firmware requirements and specifications
• Support R&D efforts of new space‑based payloads and systems
• Implement and optimize signal processing and control algorithms in firmware
• Integrate firmware with hardware platforms
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure system functionality
• Lead verification and validation of firmware‑based systems

• 2+ years of experience developing and testing firmware in a professional environment
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a related field
• Proficiency in embedded systems programming using C/C++
• Experience with firmware verification techniques and methodologies
• Proficiency working with firmware development tools such as JLink, Keil, IAR, or GCC
• Proficiency reading and understanding chip specifications
• Strong understanding of embedded systems principles and methodologies
• Experience with microcontroller and microprocessor systems
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret and/or a TS/SCI clearance

• Proficiency in assembly programming
• Experience with FreeRTOS and embedded Linux
• Proficiency writing drivers from scratch for new hardware
• Proficiency in scripting languages including Python and Bash for automating firmware build and verification processes
• Experience with IO, timing, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN, and Ethernet
• Experience with image sensors and camera systems

Firmware Engineer: $100,000 – $150,000 USD.

• Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), refugee under 8 U.S.C. §1157, or asylum seeker under 8 U.S.C. §1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

• 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

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.