Executive Assistant

K2 Space Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

K2 Space Corporation in Los Angeles is looking for a highly organized Executive Assistant to manage the operational tempo for our senior leadership team. This role demands exceptional organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities, scheduling over 10 meetings per day.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong judgment, be proficient in office software, and possess excellent communication skills. A competitive salary between $70,000 - $100,000 plus equity is offered.

Qualifications

• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills; managing multiple pieces without dropping the ball.
• Demonstrated judgment about what's urgent vs important for decision making.
• Comfortable with ambiguity; able to operate autonomously in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex calendars and support communications for executives.
• Anticipate needs and proactively solve scheduling challenges.
• Own logistics for meetings and executive travel, including accommodations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

AI tools usage

Travel logistics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

K2 is building the largest and highest‑power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit.

The Role

We are seeking a highly organized, dynamic, and proactive Executive Assistant to own the operational tempo for members of our senior leadership team and help drive the success of our growing startup. This role supports multiple leaders across a fast‑cadence environment with 10+ meetings per day and high‑volume communications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted point of contact for executives, completely managing complex calendars, supporting communications, and triaging competing priorities across internal teams and external stakeholders
• Anticipate needs, flag conflicts, and proactively solve scheduling, communication, and logistics challenges before they escalate
• Actively leverage AI or other tools to streamline research, drafting, summarization, scheduling, and other repeatable tasks
• Support cross‑functional projects by tracking timelines, deliverables, and action items while keeping stakeholders aligned and accountable
• Own end‑to‑end logistics for internal and external meetings and executive travel; including itineraries, accommodations, expenses, and ground transportation
• Identify inefficiencies and proactively bring solutions to help the team work faster and smarter, including new tools, better templates, and smarter workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills; able to manage multiple moving pieces without dropping the ball
• Demonstrated judgment about what’s urgent vs important. Ability to make independent decisions about scheduling priorities, communication routing, and time protection
• Demonstrated experience using AI and/or other tracking tools to enhance productivity and output quality
• Comfortable with ambiguity and able to operate with autonomy in a fast‑moving startup environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including excellent grammar and attention to detail
• Proficiency in office software such as Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
• Able to handle sensitive information with discretion and good judgment
• Travel logistics experience coordinating complex travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Active security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one
• Prior EA or project coordination experience is a plus, but not required for the right candidate
• Previous work experience in hard‑tech companies supporting technical or engineering leadership

Compensation And Benefits

• Base salary range for this role is $70,000 - $100,000 + 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

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.