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Principal Satellite Platform Engineer

K2 Space· Satellite Platform
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Los Angeles, CA$175k - $200kFull-timePosted 8mo ago

About the role

Role focused on development and integration of the satellite bus for mission success, acting as deputy program manager internally and with customers, delivering reliable flight systems on time in a fast-paced startup environment.

Responsibilities

  • Program Leadership: Develop and manage engineering and program schedule, vehicle design, critical performance trades, resource allocation, and mission success
  • Strategic Development: Define bus-level milestones, requirements, and long-term objectives in collaboration with stakeholders
  • Program Execution: Drive engineering and flight readiness activities to meet mission and contract commitments
  • Cross-Functional Integration: Work closely with engineering teams to assess vehicle readiness, manage technical changes, and mitigate risks
  • Systems Development: Establish and improve engineering processes, reviews, and analysis frameworks to support K2 growth
  • Design Reliability: Support internal design reviews and development ensuring adherence to requirements and high reliability
  • Operate effectively in a rapidly evolving startup where agility, autonomy, and proactive problem-solving are essential

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other relevant engineering discipline
  • 6+ years of experience in technical aerospace or manufacturing
  • 3+ years of experience managing projects, technical trades, and/or technical teams
  • Strong understanding of launch vehicles, spacecraft, or other aerospace systems
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Skills

Required:Program managementSystems engineeringTechnical communication

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
Last updated Aug 26, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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