Spacecraft Integration Engineering Technician

Employer description

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by over $1 billion in total funding from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, ICONIQ, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, and T. Rowe Price — and with over $1 billion in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers, we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space.

The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits.

With multiple launches in 2027 and plans to scale to 100 satellites a year, we're Building Bigger — helping develop the solar system and build toward a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a high-growth Series D-funded company, we'd love for you to apply.

The Role 

As an Integration Technician you will support Mega Class satellite integration across the full vehicle lifecycle, from primary structure and harness routing through propulsion system proof and leak testing, cleanroom payload integration, and end-of-line functional testing. The ideal candidate is a versatile, hands-on technician comfortable working across mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems in a fast-paced environment.  

Responsibilities 

• Perform hands-on assembly of the primary and secondary structure, including sheet metal panels, machined parts, and mechanisms 

• Route, install, secure, and inspect avionics and power harnesses on integrated vehicles 

• Install electro-mechanical components including mechanisms, avionics, power, and propulsion hardware 

• Support propulsion system integration and high-pressure operations following released procedures and safety protocols  

• Collaborate closely with manufacturing, test, quality, and design engineering to resolve hardware issues in real time  

• Follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing procedures, performing all work in the MES system (scanning, material consumption, and built traceability)  

• Support cleanroom final integration activities including payload integration, functional testing, troubleshooting, vehicle handling, and shipping preparations  

• Practice 5S principles of organizing and sustaining an efficient and presentable workspace 

• Provide consistent process improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership 

• Occasionally support component assembly in sub-assembly stations 

Qualifications 

• 5+ years of experience assembling, integrating, and testing flight hardware in the aerospace industry 

• Proficiency with computers and ability to use MS Office and shop floor management software 

• Familiar with calibrated tools including multi-meters, calipers, torque wrenches, load cells, safety cable guns, and crimpers  

• Demonstrated high level of ownership and problem-solving abilities 

• Experience working with FOD, ESD sensitive hardware and clean room requirements 

Nice to Have 

• Ability to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances (including GD&T) 

• Experience working with engineering teams in development and production environments 

• Experience operating forklifts, cranes, and heavy equipment  

• Experience working with electromechanical systems and familiarity with electrical schematics 

• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate hardware and systems problems, and provide feedback on improving tooling processes and part design 

• Airframe & Powerplant License  

• Ability to obtain or current hold top secret/SCI security clearance  

Additional Requirements 

• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as bending or twisting, grasping, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, and use hands to operate tools or machine controls 

• Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted 

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time 

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