or apply directly on K2 Space 's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 10 days K2 Space 's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 78% of K2 Space 's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at K2 Space
- low 0 stale, 0 reposted of 220 open
- Hiring momentum
- 244 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from K2 Space 's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for K2 Space .
About this role
As a Development Test Engineer at K2, you will be responsible for the success of component and subsystem testing across various systems, including structural and electromechanical. Your role involves defining test campaigns, designing test setups, and validating designs through prototype testing. You will also troubleshoot performance issues and communicate findings to team members, while continuously improving testing standards.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of K2 Space as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline
- Experience with CAD or FEA software packages
- 2+ years of industry experience with mechanical, structural, and/or electromechanical design and analysis
- Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies and test fixtures for aerospace or terrestrial applications
- Hands-on fabrication experience
Nice to have
- Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment
- Experience with the practical application of GD&T
- Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM
- Experience with performing structural analysis
- Basic practical programming abilities
What you get
- Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000 + equity in the company
- Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Fast-paced environment may require adaptability
- Role involves hands-on work with flight hardware, which may not suit all candidates
- Salary is based on multiple factors, which may lead to variability in offers
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Listed by K2 Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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