or apply directly on K2 Space 's site. We never take the application ourselves.
Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 28 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 Fluids Manufacturing Engineer at K2, you will lead the manufacturing efforts for the Pumped Fluid Loop system, crucial for high-powered satellite payloads. Your role involves collaborating with design engineers to ensure manufacturability, developing manufacturing plans, and setting up the work center for fluid component creation and testing. You will also be responsible for optimizing production processes and addressing nonconformances during assembly.
- 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 electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other engineering discipline
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
- Experience creating, improving, and deleting production process and workflows
- Experience interacting with CAD software and CAD models
- Experience qualifying (vibrational and thermal testing) components and assemblies
- Experience in assembling fluid systems
Nice to have
- Experience or exposure in a test or automation role
- Proficient in Python and/or Rust
- Experience with fluid component functional testing (pumps, accumulators)
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Expert multitasking skills with the ability to juggle priorities while maintaining focus to deliver against program goals
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 the company's culture or team dynamics
- Role involves significant responsibility in a fast-paced environment
- Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don't meet 100% of the preferred skills
- Export compliance requirements may limit candidate eligibility
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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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