Turion Space is building spacecraft for national security and in-space operations. From debris removal to space domain awareness to building a more secure space economy, we are a team focused on getting real hardware to orbit fast and scaling capability.

We’re looking for a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to help drive people strategy as we scale. This is a hands-on role supporting leaders and employees across multiple functions, blending strategic thinking with execution to support performance, development, and a strong employee experience.

Department: Human Resources
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Irvine, California
Workplace type: Onsite
Compensation: $90,000 - $125,000 / year
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Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees across technical and business teams
Align HR strategy with company goals and help drive key initiatives forward
Foster collaboration, communication, and organizational alignment

Talent Management & Development

Partner with Talent Acquisition on workforce planning and hiring strategy
Support performance management, career development, and training efforts
Help develop scalable tools and frameworks for team growth and development

Employee Experience & Culture

Lead efforts to build a strong, inclusive, and engaging company culture
Support employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and investigations
Act as an advocate for both the company and our people

HR Operations & Compliance

Maintain and improve HR policies, documentation, and compliance systems
Partner on delivering compliance and workplace training (e.g., harassment prevention, ethics)
Stay informed on federal and California employment laws and apply best practices

Data & Insights

Use HR data to assess team health and surface actionable insights
Help build reporting tools and dashboards to increase visibility for leaders
Support data-driven decision-making on people initiatives

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
3+ years of HR experience, with direct experience in business partnering roles
Knowledge of California labor law and employment regulations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills across all levels
Analytical thinking with solid problem-solving and decision-making skills
Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office
The ability to obtain and maintain an active DOD Secret or Top Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or high-growth engineering organizations
Prior HR experience in a startup or dynamic growth environment
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP certification or equivalent experience
Master’s degree in a relevant field
Strong experience with HR analytics, dashboards, and data tools
Comfortable balancing strategic initiatives with day-to-day execution

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:

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, 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.

About Turion Space

Turion Space was founded with the vision of propelling humanity toward an interplanetary future. To realize this vision, we are developing cutting-edge spacecraft focused on space transport, orbital debris removal, and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) to ensure ongoing value creation. Our mission centers on advancing spacecraft for low-earth orbit (LEO) and enhancing SDA, which are essential for both current space operations and future interplanetary exploration. By prioritizing high delta-V per dollar, we aim to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness in space transportation. We successfully launched our DROID.001 satellite in June 2023 and DROID.002 in March 2025. DROID.003 is scheduled for launch in the spring of 2026.

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