K2 Space Corporation · 10 hours ago
CNC Machinist
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$28/hr - $38/hr
2+ years expK2 Space Corporation is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, backed by significant investments and contracts. The CNC Machinist will perform precision machining operations to support the design and production of the Mega Class satellite, collaborating with engineers and production leadership.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSpace Travel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform precision set-ups of CNC mills and lathes to produce high-precision parts
Manage cutting tools load, measure, and verify all required tooling needed by the CNC program
Perform deburring operations and basic finishing to prepare parts for production use
Perform inspections on finished parts to ensure they meet drawing dimensional specifications and requirements utilizing inspection tools such as height gauges, micrometers, calipers
Perform routine preventative maintenance on CNC machines
Keep the Machine shop organized and running smoothly through 5S practices
Provide feedback for continuous improvement to processes and procedures
Complete all required documentation in the MES system to ensure traceability
Safely handle equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and cranes
Qualification
Required
2+ years of CNC programming and machining experience (using NX/TC or MasterCam)
Extensive experience operating multi-axis CNC equipment (2-axis, 3-axis, 5-axis, mill/turn)
Proficient in GD&T tolerances and technical drawing interpretation
Experience working in a high-pace development environment with ability to adapt to short production schedules
Ability to take on a high level of responsibility overseeing projects from start to finish
Ability to manually edit G-code paths and settings to optimize programs
Must be able to perform repetitive physical tasks such as bending or twisting, grasping, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying, and use hands to operate tools or machine controls
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted
Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
Preferred
Experience in a startup production development environment
Experience operating conventional shop equipment (Lathe, Knee Mill)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
And many other perks
Company
K2 Space Corporation
Making previously impossible missions possible
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$425.53MKey Investors
RedpointAltimeter CapitalAlpine Space Ventures
2025-12-11Series C· $250M
2025-02-13Series B· $110M
2024-02-13Series A· $50M
Leadership Team
Karan Kunjur
Co-Founder
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