Own electromechanical testing for high-power satellites at a fast-paced, high-growth company.
Posted by employer 3 days ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago
Last verified on the company career page 11 hours ago
What you'll build
- Own testing for electromechanical systems
- Design test hardware and tooling
- Troubleshoot performance issues
- Lead improvements to testing standards
- Mentor team members
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or relevant engineering discipline
- 5+ years of industry experience with electromechanical test
- Experience designing and testing electromechanical assemblies
- Proficiency with test automation and standard software tools
- Hands-on fabrication experience
Nice to have
- Experience with data acquisition and controls
- Experience with GD&T and schematic generation
- Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM
- Demonstrated ability to own electromechanical test hardware
- Independent and self-motivated mindset
Requirements
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
Not disclosed in this posting: work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Joblaze summary
The Senior Electro-Mechanical Test Engineer at K2 Space is responsible for overseeing the testing of electromechanical systems, from initial design to production. This role requires expertise in CAD, test automation, and hands-on fabrication, along with a solid background in aerospace or mechanical engineering. Ideal candidates will have over five years of relevant experience and a proactive approach to problem-solving and mentoring. K2 Space is focused on scaling its satellite production, making this position critical in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze September 23, 2026. Last confirmed on K2 Space's careers page September 25, 2026.
- This exact title is also open at 1 other location at K2 Space: Los Angeles, CA.
- Salary band is above the typical range for comparable tech roles (median ~$126,887).
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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 Electro-Mechanical Test Engineer role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: C++, CAD, Labview, MATLAB, Python, R.
- 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 Electro-Mechanical Test 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 piece part, component, and subsystem testing across electromechanical systems. You will lead projects and help stand-up infrastructure to support the core testing and production infrastructure. In your first 6 months, you will define production test campaigns, design and build test setups, and be hands-on with flight hardware. In your first year, you will validate designs through prototype testing and lead large multidisciplinary test campaigns, along with ramping production throughput. You will drive best practices by leading large test campaigns and mentoring the growing team. This role will include ownership all of the way from low-rate research and development through high-rate production lines.
Responsibilities
- Own kickoff, design, fabrication, build, activation, data collection, and conclusion/results for both development tests and production testing at rate
- Design test hardware, fixturing, and tooling using CAD, schematic tools, electrical analysis, and hand calculations
- Demonstrate best practices for activating test assets, operating test equipment, instrumentation, and executing tests in a safe and organized manner
- Troubleshoot performance issues and recommend solutions during test campaigns and production buildout
- Clearly communicate technical data, findings, and recommendations to team members across all levels of the organization
- Lead improvements to testing standards with company-wide impact by creating tools, methods, and processes
- Guide and mentor team members with designs, workload, scheduling, and communication
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline
- 5+ years of industry experience with electromechanical test, design, and analysis
- Experience designing, building, and testing electromechanical assemblies and test fixtures for aerospace or terrestrial applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms)
- Experience with CAD, FEA, or Electrical analysis software packages
- Proficiency with test automation and standard software tools (such as Python, MATLAB, Simulink, C++, R, LabVIEW)
- Hands-on fabrication experience
Nice to Have
- Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment (examples include motor dynos, material testers, vibration tables, environmental data loggers, motorsports DAQ, light IV towers, hipot machines)
- Experience with the practical application of GD&T and schematic generation
- Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM
- Demonstrated ability to own electromechanical test hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team
- Demonstrated understanding of electrical and electromechanical analysis and failure modes of complex 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 $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!
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