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Senior Satellite Mechanical Engineer, Optical Structures

K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA

Posted 28 days ago

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This role has been open
28 days
K2 Space 's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
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 Senior Satellite Mechanical Engineer at K2, you will take ownership of the mechanical elements of space environment payloads, focusing on optical payloads. Your responsibilities will include structural design, thermal analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure successful hardware development from concept to on-orbit operations. You will also engage in hands-on prototyping and testing, driving the design process through to qualification and integration.

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benefits
1/5
freshness
4/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, optical, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • 4+ years of experience in mechanical or optomechanical design and analysis
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD and software for detailed part and assembly design
  • Proficiency with finite element analysis software for modal, stress, and thermo-structural analysis
  • Hands-on experience with prototyping and testing

Nice to have

  • Proficiency with Siemens NX CAD
  • Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies for aerospace applications
  • Demonstrated proficiency in the principles of mechanical design, materials, and structural dynamics
  • Experience with the practical application of GD&T
  • Experience with precision and optical design elements such as flexure design and optical bonding

What you get

  • Base salary range of $140,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of remote work options
  • Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
  • Role requires hands-on assembly and testing, which may be physically demanding

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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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