Turion Space

UX Engineer

Irvine, California, United States

$120-160k

Full Time

a month ago

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Job description

At Turion Space, we're looking for a UI/UX Engineer to revolutionize how humans interact with spacecraft. You'll design and implement interfaces that bridge the gap between complex space technologies and human operators, making mission-critical decisions intuitive and error-resistant. Ready to design interfaces that operate at orbital velocity? Join us in creating the next generation of mission control systems and help us UNLEASH HUMANITY'S GALACTIC POTENTIAL.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the UX/UI Design Process

Own the end-to-end design process from research through implementation
Create user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes
Conduct user research with spacecraft operators and customers
Design systems that work across light/dark modes and varying screen sizes
Create and maintain our design system

Frontend Implementation

Translate designs into production-ready React components
Build and maintain our component library using Storybook
Implement responsive, accessible interfaces using Tailwind CSS
Contribute to our shadcn/ui component ecosystem

Testing & Quality

Write and maintain end-to-end tests using Playwright or Cypress
Create visual regression tests
Document component usage and guidelines
Participate in UX reviews and user testing sessions

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of experience in UX/UI design for complex applications
Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design process
Experience with Figma or similar design tools
Basic proficiency with React and modern frontend tooling
Experience designing for both desktop and mobile interfaces
Strong understanding of accessibility standards and best practices

Preferred Skills and Experience

Storybook for component documentation
Tailwind CSS for styling
shadcn/ui or similar component libraries
End-to-end testing frameworks (Playwright/Cypress)
Design systems and pattern libraries
Figma prototyping and design handoff
Dark mode interface design
Data visualization design
Error prevention in critical systems
User research and usability testing

Nice to Haves

Experience with:
- Mission control or industrial control system interfaces
- Real-time data visualization
- Design for AI/ML interfaces
- Design systems at scale
- Technical writing or documentation
- Motion design and microinteractions
Interest in space technology and spacecraft operations
Previous work on safety-critical or high-reliability system

Benefits

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement Plans: Access to a 401(k) plan.
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.
Diverse and Inclusive Culture: A commitment to diversity and inclusion, with initiatives to support a welcoming and equitable 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. Applicants wishing to view a copy of Turion’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department.