Opportunities from K2spacecorporation (greenhouse)

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. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a “U.S. Person.” The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a “U.S. person” as defined by  22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. 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.