Joblaze summary

In the role of Program Manager at K2 Space, the individual will be integral to defining and executing the company's commercial strategy, working closely with customers and stakeholders to ensure project success from inception to delivery. This position requires a strong background in the space industry, with at least eight years of program management experience and a deep understanding of satellite contracting. Ideal candidates are seasoned professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and can navigate complex project demands. K2 Space is positioned for rapid growth, aiming to scale its satellite production significantly in the coming years.

Joblaze insights

Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on K2 Space's careers page November 4, 2026.
Salary band is below the typical range for Management roles (median ~$170,000).
Starts above 49% of 694 comparable senior management roles we track (median $150,000 across 153 companies).

Quick facts

What's the salary range?: K2 Space lists $150,000–$250,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 8 years of relevant experience for this Program Manager, Commercial role.
What seniority level is this role?: K2 Space targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Program Manager, Commercial 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 Role

As one of the early Program Managers at K2 Space, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the company’s commercial business vision. Directly liaising with commercial customers, partners, and stakeholders, you will successfully define early requirements through project execution. You’ll align K2 products and solutions to the most pressing needs of our end users, and shepherd projects from initial definition through acquisition and execution. You’ll create compliant and compelling proposals, support contract definition and negotiations, and establish strong partnerships across the organization to ensure end-to-end mission success.

Responsibilities

Lead proposal efforts for commercial customers including responding to opportunities, scoping contracts, and collaborating with internal stakeholders for technical definition
Act as the POC for your customer to resolve issues, negotiate requirements, coordinate technical and contractual changes, and maintain positive relationships
Partner with the diverse teams within K2 to drive towards spacecraft vehicle readiness, assess change impacts, develop mission CONOPS, and proactively track schedules to ensure all contract requirements are met
Communicate with internal management, executives, and customers about the overall program schedule and mission readiness
Plan and lead customer reviews and deliverables through cross-company coordination, developing and briefing technical content on complex designs, trade studies, risks, and issues
Nurture and maintain a network of commercial customers, partners, and stakeholders

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering or science discipline
5+ years of professional experience in the space industry
8+ years of technical program or project management experience
Full project lifecycle experience, preferably with spacecraft
Deep understanding of commercial satellite contracting and business development
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience negotiating technical deliverables, requirements and scope
Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding startup atmosphere
Demonstrated success working in an environment with competing priorities and aggressive schedules
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time

Nice to Have

Program Management certification

Compensation and Benefits:

Base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $250,000 + equity in the company
Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks

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!

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Program Manager, Commercial

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