Senior Space Optical Mechanisms Engineer

K2 Space Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; 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

K2 Space Corporation in Los Angeles seeks a Principal Mechanisms Engineer to design and analyze optical payload systems for space applications. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, oversight of CAD assemblies, and preparation of design reviews for stakeholder buy-in. A bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline is required alongside 8+ years of hands-on experience in optomechanics and mechanical design. The compensation package includes a salary range of $175,000 - $200,000 plus equity and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on laboratory or work experience in optomechanics.
• Deep experience with CAD and FEA software packages.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience with programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design and tolerancing for optical payload systems.
• Collaborate on requirements with optical and satellite teams.
• Prepare design reviews for mechanisms.

Skills

Optomechanics

Mechanical Design

Electrical Design

CAD software

Programming (Python, C++ etc.)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or relevant engineering discipline

Tools

NX

Simcenter

FEMAP

Hypermesh

Job description

K2 Space Corporation in Los Angeles seeks a Principal Mechanisms Engineer to design and analyze optical payload systems for space applications. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, oversight of CAD assemblies, and preparation of design reviews for stakeholder buy-in. A bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline is required alongside 8+ years of hands-on experience in optomechanics and mechanical design. The compensation package includes a salary range of $175,000 - $200,000 plus equity and comprehensive benefits.