Join K2 Space as a Satellite Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of cutting-edge satellite systems.
Posted by employer 10 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 month ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Satellite Mechanical Engineer at K2 Space is responsible for the design and validation of mechanical structures and electromechanical subsystems critical to satellite operations. This role requires proficiency in CAD and FEA software, along with at least two years of experience in mechanical design and analysis, ideally within aerospace applications. It suits individuals with a strong engineering background who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to contribute to innovative satellite technology. K2 Space is a high-growth company focused on building advanced satellite systems for a range of missions.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about a month ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on K2 Space's careers page October 31, 2026.
- Salary band is below the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,900).
- Starts above 23% of 1593 comparable mid other roles we track (median $105,000 across 205 companies).
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- K2 Space lists $90,000–$140,000 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Satellite Mechanical Engineer role.
- What seniority level is this role?
- K2 Space targets mid-level candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Satellite Mechanical Engineer 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
You will own the success of mechanical structures, mechanisms, and electromechanical subsystems that will be key to our satellite operation. In your first 6 months, you will define product requirements, create initial concepts and trades, perform preliminary and detailed analysis, define development test campaigns, and produce development hardware. In your first year, you will validate your designs through prototype iterations and build and qualify flight hardware. In your first two years you will progressively take on larger scope sub-systems while directly supporting production and integration.
Responsibilities
- Take satellite mechanical hardware and mechanisms from conceptual design through qualification to on-orbit operations in order to support internal and external customer needs
- Lead satellite subsystem design reviews from kickoff through qualification and beyond
- Drive hardware development, including hands-on development testing, analysis correlation, and follow-on hardware iterations
- Perform hardware trades that steer both sub-system and top-level product direction
- Collaborate with a cross-functional team to establish product requirements, company processes, and best practices for hardware design and manufacturing
- Continually own and refine sub-system deliverable schedules throughout development and production
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline
- Experience with CAD or FEA software packages
- Experience with the practical application of GD&T
- 2+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis (internship, team project, graduate research, and extracurricular experience is applicable)
Nice to Have
- Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies for aerospace applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms)
- Demonstrated ability to own 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.)
- Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations
- Independent and self-motivated mindset, with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills
Compensation and Benefits:
- Base salary range for this role is $90,000 - $140,000 + 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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