or apply directly on K2 Space 's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days K2 Space 's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 78% of K2 Space 's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at K2 Space
- high 220 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
- 2026-10-24
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 Senior Development Test Technician at K2, you will validate next-generation spacecraft hardware for the Mega Class satellite. Your day-to-day tasks will include building and modifying test stands, executing various structural tests, collaborating with engineers, and troubleshooting test equipment while ensuring safety standards are met.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
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
- 7+ years of hands-on aerospace development, environmental test, or structural test experience
- Experience working with high energy test systems and promoting a strong safety culture through rigorous procedures and best practices
- Experience assembling complex mechanical systems from engineering drawings
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Experience operating DAQ systems (Dewesoft, MTS, Revel, or similar)
- Experience assembling hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Nice to have
- Direct experience with spacecraft, launch vehicle, or aircraft development
- Ability to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances (including GD&T)
- Experience operating MTS systems, Instron or Frank Bacon load frames, and Data Physics vibration systems
- Experience with harness and connector selection / fabrication
- Airframe & Powerplant License
What you get
- Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $40 - $52 + 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 the tools or technologies used in the testing process
- The role requires physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
- The company is in a high-growth phase with multiple launches planned, which may lead to a fast-paced work environment
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Listed by K2 Space on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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