K2 Space Jobs Hiring Now
K2 Space is hiring for 73 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) and Full-stack engineering, with listed salaries up to about $285,000. Migrate Mate updates K2 Space's live openings daily. K2 Space is a spacecraft manufacturer developing large-scale satellite systems for government and commercial customers.
Find K2 Space JobsOverview
K2 Space hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 73
- Top team
- Engineering (Non-Software)
- Seniority
- Manager level or above
- Work type
- 10% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Los Angeles
- Salary range
- $70,000–$285,000
Listed salaries for K2 Space roles on Migrate Mate range from about $70,000 to $285,000 per year across 73 open roles, as of July 16, 2026. One role lists an hourly contract rate.
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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 including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M 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 planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become 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 groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply.
The Role
As a Senior Mission Payload Engineer within National Security Programs, you'll serve as the primary technical interface between K2 Space, customers, and partners as we integrate advanced payload capabilities onto K2's satellite bus platform. You'll support the entire program lifecycle – from early proposal phases through spacecraft design, development, integration, test, and on-orbit operations.
In this role, you will work closely with Program Managers and key engineering disciplines to define and negotiate payload interfaces (mechanical, data and software, power, mission, etc.) and develop integration and test plans that ensure successful mission execution. You will also represent K2 Space in critical customer engagements, design reviews, and verification milestones.
The ideal candidate has strong multi-disciplinary engineering skills, hands-on experience, and excellent communication abilities to effectively collaborate with National Security customers and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Manage payload integration across the full satellite lifecycle. Support initial proposals, design, development, integration, testing, launch and on-orbit commissioning.
- Serve as the primary customer interface for payload integration. Lead technical discussions, represent K2 Space in design reviews, and ensure customer requirements are understood and met.
- Development, maintain, and negotiate payload interface control documentation. Define mechanical, electrical, software, power, and mission interfaces, ensuring clear technical alignment between payload and bus teams.
- Create and execute payload interface verification and validation plans. Develop testing strategies to ensure compliance with mission and interface requirements, and oversee final sell-off with internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate cross-functional integration efforts. Work closely with vehicle engineering, avionics, software, propulsion, thermal, and AI&T teams to ensure seamless payload integration.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience working in the aerospace or space industry, working with spacecraft, launch vehicles, airborne systems, or payloads.
- 2+ years of technical project management and/or systems engineering experience.
- Hands-on experience with developing, integrating and testing launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, software, and power interfaces for satellite payloads.
Nice to Have
- Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
- Experience working directly with National Security customers.
- 8+ years of experience working in the aerospace or space industry, working with spacecraft, launch vehicles, airborne systems, or payloads.
- Hands-on spacecraft integration and test experience, including environmental testing, verification and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deliver results across multiple parallel priorities.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively in high-performing teams.
- Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance preferred; willing to pursue and maintain a clearance if not already cleared.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Base salary range for this role is $135,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company
- Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
If you don't meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged!
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
Export Compliance
As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person."
The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either 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
K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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 including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M 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 planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become 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 groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply.
The Role
As a Senior Mission Payload Engineer within National Security Programs, you'll serve as the primary technical interface between K2 Space, customers, and partners as we integrate advanced payload capabilities onto K2's satellite bus platform. You'll support the entire program lifecycle – from early proposal phases through spacecraft design, development, integration, test, and on-orbit operations.
In this role, you will work closely with Program Managers and key engineering disciplines to define and negotiate payload interfaces (mechanical, data and software, power, mission, etc.) and develop integration and test plans that ensure successful mission execution. You will also represent K2 Space in critical customer engagements, design reviews, and verification milestones.
The ideal candidate has strong multi-disciplinary engineering skills, hands-on experience, and excellent communication abilities to effectively collaborate with National Security customers and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Manage payload integration across the full satellite lifecycle. Support initial proposals, design, development, integration, testing, launch and on-orbit commissioning.
- Serve as the primary customer interface for payload integration. Lead technical discussions, represent K2 Space in design reviews, and ensure customer requirements are understood and met.
- Development, maintain, and negotiate payload interface control documentation. Define mechanical, electrical, software, power, and mission interfaces, ensuring clear technical alignment between payload and bus teams.
- Create and execute payload interface verification and validation plans. Develop testing strategies to ensure compliance with mission and interface requirements, and oversee final sell-off with internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate cross-functional integration efforts. Work closely with vehicle engineering, avionics, software, propulsion, thermal, and AI&T teams to ensure seamless payload integration.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience working in the aerospace or space industry, working with spacecraft, launch vehicles, airborne systems, or payloads.
- 2+ years of technical project management and/or systems engineering experience.
- Hands-on experience with developing, integrating and testing launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, software, and power interfaces for satellite payloads.
Nice to Have
- Master's degree in an engineering discipline.
- Experience working directly with National Security customers.
- 8+ years of experience working in the aerospace or space industry, working with spacecraft, launch vehicles, airborne systems, or payloads.
- Hands-on spacecraft integration and test experience, including environmental testing, verification and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deliver results across multiple parallel priorities.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively in high-performing teams.
- Active Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance preferred; willing to pursue and maintain a clearance if not already cleared.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Base salary range for this role is $135,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company
- Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
If you don't meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged!
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
Export Compliance
As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person."
The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either 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
K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Job Roles at K2 Space
Working at K2 Space
K2 Space's 73 open roles are manager level or above, and about 10% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are engineering (Non-Software), Full-stack engineering, and software engineering. K2 Space designs and builds high-power satellites, with engineering roles spanning ASIC and FPGA design, mixed-signal verification, software development, and mission management. The company also hires for materials engineering, technical writing, and CAD administration, reflecting a broad cross-functional team supporting the full satellite development lifecycle. Most K2 Space roles are based in Los Angeles, with some in Seattle and Remote.
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How many jobs is K2 Space hiring for right now?
K2 Space is hiring for 73 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in engineering (Non-Software) and Full-stack engineering. Roles span hardware and software engineering, mission management, and technical operations, reflecting active growth across the satellite development program.
What kinds of roles does K2 Space hire for?
The most active teams are engineering (Non-Software), Full-stack engineering, and software engineering. K2 Space hires across hardware engineering disciplines such as ASIC design, FPGA development, and mixed-signal verification, as well as software engineering, systems reliability, materials and process engineering, and launch mission management. Technical writing and CAD administration roles also appear regularly. Most postings are manager level or above.
Are K2 Space jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 10% of K2 Space's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Los Angeles. Each K2 Space listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
How do I apply to a job at K2 Space?
Find a K2 Space role on Migrate Mate, then follow the listing through to K2 Space's own careers page to submit your application directly. K2 Space manages its own hiring process, so all applications, interview scheduling, and candidate communication are handled by the company.
What do K2 Space jobs pay?
Listed salaries for K2 Space roles on Migrate Mate range from about $70,000 to $285,000 per year as of July 16, 2026, with most postings at manager level or above. One role lists an hourly contract rate. Exact pay is set by K2 Space and shown on each listing.
Does K2 Space hire entry-level?
Most of K2 Space's open roles on Migrate Mate are manager level or above as of July 16, 2026. Entry-level openings are limited. Check individual K2 Space listings for stated experience requirements.
Where is K2 Space hiring?
Most K2 Space roles are based in Los Angeles, with some in Seattle and Remote, and about 10% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.