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K2 Space Corporation · 1 month ago

Spacecraft Program Manager (TS//SCI)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $185K/yr

5+ years exp

K2 Space Corporation is a groundbreaking Series B space startup focused on building large, high-powered spacecraft for national security programs. The Spacecraft Program Manager will lead programs from early business development through to on-orbit operations, ensuring mission success and alignment with customer expectations.

AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSpace Travel

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Program Leadership: Serve as the primary customer interface, ensuring alignment between mission requirements and K2 Space’s technology offerings

Strategic Business Development: Shape new opportunities and architectures by collaborating with stakeholders, defining program requirements, and aligning efforts with long-term strategic objectives

Program Execution: Oversee all aspects of programs from contract award through integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations, ensuring mission success and contract fulfillment

Proposal & Contract Management: Lead proposal efforts, ensuring technical feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with long-term engineering objectives

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering teams to assess vehicle readiness, manage technical and contractual changes, and mitigate risks

Customer Engagement & Advocacy: Lead customer reviews, deliver technical briefings, negotiate requirements, and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders

Operate effectively in a rapidly evolving startup where agility, autonomy, and proactive problem-solving are essential