Joblaze summary

In the role of Senior Build & Integration Engineer at K2 Space, the individual will oversee the build campaign for the company's Mega class satellite, focusing on optimizing production workflows and addressing integration challenges. Key skills include experience in integration engineering, proficiency with CAD software, and the ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment. This position is ideal for someone with over five years of relevant experience who can navigate ambiguity and collaborate effectively across teams. K2 Space is poised for rapid growth, with ambitious plans for satellite production and a commitment to innovation.

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 in line with the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$128,800).
Starts above 32% of 346 comparable senior other roles that list Python we track (median $150,000 across 66 companies). See Python salary trends
Python appears in 15% of 4226 comparable senior other roles; Rust appears in 1.3% of 4226 comparable senior other roles.

Quick facts

What's the salary range?: K2 Space lists $140,000–$175,000 for this role.
How much experience is required?: At least 5 years of relevant experience for this Senior Build & Integration Engineer role.
What's the tech stack?: Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: Python, Rust.
What seniority level is this role?: K2 Space targets senior candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?: Full-time for this Senior Build & Integration 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’ll be responsible for the build campaign of K2’s Mega class satellite as it moves to high-rate production. You’ll need to develop knowledge of all vehicle subsystems, interfacing with many different teams across the company. You’ll develop the build flow, working to optimize build order and adapt to vehicle issues as they arise throughout integration and testing in order to ensure an on-schedule delivery. Our ideal candidate will be able to help derive clarity from ambiguity and thrive as an autonomously driven member of the team.

Responsibilities

Develop integration planning and satellite build flows for the K2 Mega class satellite at the system level

Work closely with production to define, create, and iterate on solutions that increase build efficiency.

Collaborate with engineers and technicians to disposition nonconformances and evaluate any corrective actions

Serve as integration point of contact for TVAC

Evaluate proposed designs for manufacturability and integration

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other engineering discipline

5+ years of experience in an integration engineering role (includes internships and hardware-intensive extracurricular projects)

Experience creating, improving, and deleting production process and workflows

Experience interacting with CAD software and CAD models

Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipment

Experience leading lift operations

Experience creating GSE, tooling, or shipping containers to support production operations

Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills

Expert multitasking skills with the ability to juggle priorities while maintaining focus to deliver against program goals

Nice to Have

Proficient in Python and/or Rust

Experience or exposure in a test or automation role

Experience with GraphQL

Experience with Linux systems

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000 + 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!

Standard company text repeated across K2 Space's postings is omitted here.

Senior Build & Integration Engineer

Similar positions