K2 Space · 1 month ago
Manager, Build Engineering
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $215K/yr
5+ years expK2 Space is a groundbreaking Series C space startup focused on building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown. The Manager of Build Engineering will oversee satellite integration and production processes, leading a team to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
ConsultingFurnitureReal Estate
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and lead a world-class team – hire, mentor, and develop experts in process engineering, tooling design, build reliability, assembly, and integration
Own spacecraft integration through final vehicle assembly and launch site processing, ensuring accuracy, repeatability, and quality
Develop assembly flows, tooling requirements, fixtures, build sequencing, and process documentation that make flawless execution repeatable
Partner early with design teams to drive design-for-integration and ensure our spacecraft is as producible as it is revolutionary
Mold our MES system and production supporting applications to best serve the company's top priorities
Collaborate closely with manufacturing, design, quality, supply chain, production, and test teams to resolve build issues, ensure integration readiness, and maintain schedule
Represent build engineering in design reviews, readiness reviews, and with customers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, aerospace, or related engineering field
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
Experience leading projects through prototype builds, design iterations, and scaling to production
Experience creating clear, effective work instructions, process documentation, and tooling designs
Track record of managing vendors, suppliers, and strategic technical partners to deliver on time and per specification
Preferred
10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
Experience leading and/or managing large teams on technically complex projects throughout the development and build process
Background in high-volume or highly automated manufacturing environments
Experience with precision alignment, metrology, complex system integration, and lift operations
Familiarity with cleanroom operations and satellite or spacecraft assembly requirements
Experience leading integration efforts for high-volume or rapid-turn spacecraft programs
Excellent cross-team communication and problem-solving skills
Active Top Secret or DoD Secret clearance with SAP eligibility
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
And many other perks
Company
K2 Space
Office design, fit out, refurbishment and furniture company
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
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Geoff Osman
Managing director
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