Satellite Dynamics Engineer — Simulations & Testing Lead

K2Spacecorporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

K2Spacecorporation in Los Angeles is looking for a dynamic engineer to develop physics models and create software tools for satellite analysis. Responsibilities include dynamic testing, collaborating with engineers, and writing technical documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 1 year of experience in dynamics. The position offers a competitive salary of $110,000 - $140,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including equity in the company.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience in dynamics from industry, research, internships, or academic projects.
• Master’s degree is a plus, with strong understanding of low and high frequency dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Drive subsystem-level dynamic testing from start to finish.
• Develop physics models using finite element analysis or custom software.
• Create software tools to support data processing and simulation frameworks.
• Collaborate with design engineers and customers to develop satellite products.
• Write high-quality technical documentation of tests and simulations.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Python programming

Vibration testing

Dynamic testing

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, physics, or mathematics

Tools

FEMAP

Nastran

Job description

K2Spacecorporation in Los Angeles is looking for a dynamic engineer to develop physics models and create software tools for satellite analysis. Responsibilities include dynamic testing, collaborating with engineers, and writing technical documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 1 year of experience in dynamics. The position offers a competitive salary of $110,000 - $140,000 with a comprehensive benefits package including equity in the company.