Senior Build & Integration Engineer Los Angeles, CA

K2 Space Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

K2 Space Corporation is seeking a Build Campaign Lead for its Mega class satellite in Torrance, California. This role involves integrating vehicle subsystems and enhancing build efficiency through collaboration with various engineering teams.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and extensive experience in integration engineering. Work onsite full time at headquarters. Competitive salary range from $140,000 to $175,000, plus equity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of integration engineering experience including internships.
• Experience with CAD software and models.

Responsibilities

• Develop satellite integration planning and build flows.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams.
• Assess designs for manufacturability.

Skills

Integration engineering experience

Process improvement and documentation

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Multitasking ability

Knowledge of CAD software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Python

Rust

Linux systems

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 $450M from leading investors and $500M in signed contracts, we’re mass‑producing the highest‑power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.

With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we’re building bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II civilization.

The Role

As the build campaign lead for K2’s Mega class satellite, you will develop knowledge of all vehicle subsystems, interface with multiple teams, design and optimize the build flow, and manage integration and testing to deliver on schedule. Your ability to derive clarity from ambiguity and drive autonomously will be essential.

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 solutions that increase build efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to disposition nonconformances and evaluate 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 (including internships and hardware‑intensive projects).
• Experience creating, improving, and documenting production processes 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 $140,000 – $175,000 plus equity.
• Salary determined by knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and other perks.

Location and Availability

This role requires an in‑office presence at our headquarters in Torrance, California. Candidates must be able to work onsite full time.

Export Compliance

As defined in ITAR, “U.S. Persons’’ include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). The person hired for this role must have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, therefore must 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 Employer

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications, and will not be influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.