Senior Space Solar Systems Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity in the company

Paid parental leave

Job summary

K2 Space in Los Angeles is seeking an engineer specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-power solar arrays for space applications. The role demands extensive experience, innovative thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple engineering disciplines. With a strong focus on quality and performance, you will lead projects from concept through testing and production. The position offers competitive compensation of $140,000 to $175,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including equity options and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in solar array design, manufacture, and testing.
• Experience with solar array system development for space applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver solar array subsystems.
• Develop electrical performance degradation models.
• Define assembly-level test procedures.
• Collaborate on system requirements and testing.
• Drive in-house fabrication and assembly processes.

Skills

Design and manufacture of solar arrays

Collaboration across disciplines

Knowledge of electrical performance degradation

Education

Bachelor's degree in physics, materials science, or engineering

Job description

K2 Space in Los Angeles is seeking an engineer specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-power solar arrays for space applications. The role demands extensive experience, innovative thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple engineering disciplines. With a strong focus on quality and performance, you will lead projects from concept through testing and production. The position offers competitive compensation of $140,000 to $175,000 annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package including equity options and paid time off.