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Mechanical Engineering Supply Chain Lead

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA

Posted about 3 months ago · $100,000 – $140,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
K2 Space 's roles stay open a median of 81 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
78% of K2 Space 's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at K2 Space
high
217 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
2026-10-23

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 Global Supply Manager in Mechanical Engineering at K2, you will oversee the supply chain for mechanical and solar blanket assemblies, focusing on technical procurement and Bill of Material management. Your role involves sourcing components, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with engineering and production teams to ensure timely assembly milestones. You will also manage supplier relationships and develop processes to enhance supply chain efficiency.

Our read on this posting3.0out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
1/5
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

  • 5+ years of experience in supply chain management or engineering in the aerospace industry working on mechanism components
  • 5+ years of technical experience with motors, bearings, and encoders or working in mechanical assemblies
  • Experience managing suppliers in a fast-paced environment
  • 3+ years in production management or production planning
  • Strong understanding of quality control practices such as issue tickets
  • Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional environment with engineering, production, and finance

Nice to have

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, finance, mechanical, aerospace, mathematics, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • Experience in procuring machined components, consumables, heat pipes, capital equipment
  • 5+ years of technical procurement experience
  • 5+ years in a new product introduction environment
  • Prior experience with space mechanisms and structures

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 details on the company's culture or work environment are provided
  • The role requires travel up to 25% of the time, which may affect work-life balance
  • The salary range is broad and may depend significantly on individual qualifications
  • The posting encourages applicants who do not meet 100% of the preferred skills to apply, indicating a flexible hiring approach

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Listed by K2 Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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