Spacecraft Solar Array Technician — Equity Eligible

K2 Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in the company

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

K2 Space is building the largest and most powerful satellite platforms, and seeks a hands-on professional for solar array fabrication, wiring, assembly, and testing. You will build solar blankets, perform module welding, and support SMT line testing in a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing, can read work instructions, and are comfortable with repetitive, lift-heavy work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience
• Ability to read and follow work instructions
• Demonstrate ownership and problem-solving abilities
• Able to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools
• Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, continuity testing
• Ability to adapt to changing work assignments under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build solar array blankets, including module welding, bonding, and integration of electrical hardware
• Perform mechanical assembly of solar array support hardware, fixtures, and sub-assemblies
• Operate light fabrication equipment and tools including welders, presses, cutters, crimpers, torque tools, drills, rivet guns, and custom tooling
• Follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing procedures, performing all work in the MES system
• Provide hands-on support to the module SMT line as needed, operating SMT equipment and assisting with module testing
• Perform functional testing of components and assemblies
• Provide consistent process improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership
• Provide consistent process improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership

Skills

Reading instructions

Ownership & problem-solving

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Torque wrench

Crimping

Wire stripping

Continuity testing

Job description

K2 Space is building the largest and most powerful satellite platforms, and seeks a hands-on professional for solar array fabrication, wiring, assembly, and testing. You will build solar blankets, perform module welding, and support SMT line testing in a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in manufacturing, can read work instructions, and are comfortable with repetitive, lift-heavy work.