Is the Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 role remote?

No — this is an on-site role in Los Angeles.

What's the salary range?

K2 Space lists $30–$40 for this role.

How much experience is required?

At least 0 years of relevant experience for this Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 role.

Where is the role based?

K2 Space is hiring for this position in Los Angeles.

What's the tech stack?

Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Python.

What seniority level is this role?

K2 Space targets intern candidates for this position.

Is this full-time or contract?

Internship for this Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 role at K2 Space.

Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 at K2 Space

Joblaze summary

The Dynamics Engineering Intern at K2 Space will focus on deriving loads and environments for satellites throughout their lifecycle, from ground transport to on-orbit operations. This role requires a solid foundation in mechanical or aerospace engineering, along with practical experience in technical projects, ideally involving computational methods and structural dynamics. It is well-suited for students or recent graduates eager to apply their academic knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. K2 Space's emphasis on mentorship and ownership offers a unique opportunity for interns to make a meaningful impact on cutting-edge aerospace technology.

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Quick facts

Is the Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 role remote?: No — this is an on-site role in Los Angeles.
What's the salary range?: K2 Space lists $30–$40 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 0 years of relevant experience for this Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 role.
Where is the role based?: K2 Space is hiring for this position in Los Angeles.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Python.
What seniority level is this role?: K2 Space targets intern candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Internship for this Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 role at K2 Space.

From the original posting

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by over $1 billion in total funding from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, ICONIQ, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, and T. Rowe Price — and with over $1 billion in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers, we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space.

The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits.

With multiple launches in 2027 and plans to scale to 100 satellites a year, we're Building Bigger — helping develop the solar system and build toward a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a high-growth Series D-funded company, we'd love for you to apply.

The Role

We’re looking for a stellar Dynamics Engineering Intern to join our team for a 3 month internship. As a member of our growing dynamics team, you will help own the successful derivation of loads and environments for K2 Space satellites during ground transportation, launch, deployment, and on-orbit operation. In these projects you will apply your university knowledge to help develop space hardware in a professional setting. K2 Space is a highly collaborative environment, and our interns will be encouraged to work with mentors and other team members to execute complex projects while maintaining a significant level of ownership and autonomy.

Responsibilities

Own dynamic analysis, test, and correlation to identify system performance solutions

Own and execute on a project that significantly impacts K2’s mission with the support of a mentor

Use hand calculations, computational methods, and development tests to understand the physics behind your work

Engage with a cross-functional team to perform hardware trades relevant to your project

Solve real aerospace challenges by applying your knowledge from both inside and outside the classroom

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline

6+ months of experience applying technical engineering skills outside of the university classroom setting (eg: laboratory, research, extracurricular project teams, volunteering, personal projects or prior internship/work experience)

Additional Requirements

Available for a minimum 12-week internship in person at our HQ in Torrance

Nice to Have

Ability to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers

Experience with FEA software packages (experience can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting)

Experience with Python software development

Understanding of structural dynamics, testing, and measurements

Experience working with mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (High Power Rocketry, CubeSats, Robotics Competitions, Formula SAE and Baja SAE, Engineers without Borders, Design-Build-Fly, NASA student launch, personal entrepreneurial ventures, etc.)

Compensation

Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $30 - $40 per hour

Hourly rate will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level

Housing and travel stipend may also be available

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged!

If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

Export Compliance

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The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.

Equal Opportunity

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 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.

Dynamics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

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