Join K2 Space as a Senior Build & Integration Engineer to lead the production of cutting-edge Mega class satellites.
Posted by employer 4 months ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
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 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from K2 Space's career page.
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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 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
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!
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
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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.