Production Coordinator

K2 Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in company

Job summary

K2 Space in Los Angeles is recruiting for a hands-on supply chain role supporting satellite component production. You will track parts through procurement, kitting, assembly, test, and integration, ensuring readiness and smooth flow across production lines.

Collaborate with Technicians, Engineers, and Production Managers to resolve blockers, optimize lineside inventory, and uphold quality and schedule goals. Prior ERP/MRP experience is required.

Qualifications

• Track and manage parts through procurement, kitting, assembly, test, and integration.
• Plan and stage material for production builds and resolve part readiness issues.
• Collaborate with Technicians, Engineers, and Production Managers to remove blockers.
• Coordinate lineside inventory with Supply Chain and Production teams.
• Maintain lineside inventory levels with audits, dashboards, and ERP/MRP reports.
• Perform de-kitting and manage return-to-stock or return-to-vendor processes.
• Reconcile BOM discrepancies and correct system data in ERP/MRP tools.
• Support flight component receiving, kitting, and shipping operations as needed.
• Manage physical and digital library of calibrated tools in production areas.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage parts through all stages of production, including procurement, kitting, assembly, test, and integration
• Assist in planning and staging material for production builds, and efficiently identify and resolve part readiness issues prior to build start
• Collaborate with Technicians, Engineers, and Production Managers to support daily execution and remove blockers
• Support setup and optimization of lineside inventory by coordinating with Supply Chain and Production teams to stage parts at the point of use
• Maintain and monitor lineside inventory levels through regular audits, compiling dashboard reports, restocking schedule, and ERP/MRP reports
• Perform de-kitting and coordinate return to stock or return to vendor processes
• Reconcile BOM discrepancies and assist in correcting system data in ERP/MRP tools
• Support flight component receiving, kitting, and shipping operations as needed
• Manage physical and digital library of calibrated tools in production areas

Skills

Parts handling

Production familiarity

ERP/MRP experience

Office/computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in business or technology

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Warp Drive

Job description

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 will play a critical role working across Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production teams to ensure our satellite components flow smoothly between Quality, Production, and Test areas. You will support daily execution, identify and resolve blockers, keep our high-performance production lines moving, all whilst maintaining quality standards and alignment with schedule goals.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage parts through all stages of production, including procurement, kitting, assembly, test, and integration


• Assist in planning and staging material for production builds, and efficiently identify and resolve part readiness issues prior to build start


• Collaborate with Technicians, Engineers, and Production Managers to support daily execution and remove blockers


• Support setup and optimization of lineside inventory by coordinating with Supply Chain and Production teams to stage parts at the point of use


• Maintain and monitor lineside inventory levels through regular audits, compiling dashboard reports, restocking schedule, and ERP/MRP reports


• Perform de-kitting and coordinate return to stock or return to vendor processes


• Reconcile BOM discrepancies and assist in correcting system data in ERP/MRP tools


• Support flight component receiving, kitting, and shipping operations as needed


• Manage physical and digital library of calibrated tools in production areas

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification


• 3+ years of experience handling parts in a production manufacturing environment


• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Warp Drive etc.)

Nice to Have

• Strong computer skills, familiar with the full suite of Microsoft Office products


• Demonstrated inventory experience in a high paced environment


• Experience in aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic manufacturing environments


• Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment


• Experience working with data tools (e.g., Tableau, Excel, or similar)


• APICS certification


• Bachelor’s degree in a business or technology field

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as bending or twisting, grasping, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying


• Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted


• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time


• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed

Compensation and Benefits:

• Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $30 – $35 + equity in the company


• Compensation 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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