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Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose We are seeking a professional, friendly, and highly organized Front Office Manager to be the face of Divergent Technologies. In this role, you will manage front desk operations, welcome guests, support employee needs, and help ensure our workplace runs smoothly and efficiently. The Role • Be a primary, cross-functional point of contact for physical security support, • Prioritize responding to time sensitive physical security related requests and incidents., • Own the visitor management process, to include screening visitor requests, checking them in when they arrive, and ensuring visitors (customers, partners and contractors) only access required areas., • Assist with administration and day-to-day management of cloud-based applications including but not limited to Brivo and Sign in Solutions., • In collaboration with security leadership and the facilities team, maintain and troubleshoot physical security infrastructure (fencing, cameras, badge readers etc)., • Greet and check in visitors, vendors, and candidates in a warm, professional manner, • Answer, screen, and direct incoming calls and emails promptly and courteously, • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming front desk and lobby area, • Manage scheduling and coordination of conference rooms and shared office spaces, • Receive and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries, • Assist with onboarding tasks, such as issuing new hire badges and preparing new hire welcome materials, • Support office operations, including supply inventory, catering coordination, and event logistics, • Provide general administrative support to departments, as needed Basic Qualifications, • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls, • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls, • 1+ year of experience in a front desk, administrative, or customer service role preferred, • Strong verbal and written communication skills, • Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal and organizational abilities, • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic office equipment, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth, tech-focused environment, • High level of discretion and reliability; able to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, • Strong experience with calendar management tools like Outlook or Google Calendar Preferred Qualifications, • Experience in a manufacturing, tech, or startup environment, • Spanish fluency is a plus Work Environment, • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions., • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time., • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind., • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance., • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role As a Senior HR Business Partner at K2 Space you will play a pivotal role in shaping our company's culture and people strategy. You will work closely with leadership to design and implement HR initiatives that align with our mission, fostering an innovative and inclusive environment where top talent can thrive. You will leverage your well-honed understanding of applicable labor and employment law to ensure the company is as compliant as it is compelling. This is a unique opportunity to build the HR function from the ground up in a dynamic, cutting-edge industry, driving impact at every level of the organization. If you're passionate about people and space, this is the role for you. Responsibilities • Serve as a strategic partner and reliable resource for people managers and individual contributors, fostering a positive and productive work environment, • Partner with leadership to anticipate workforce risks and support organizational scaling while ensuring a safe, inclusive, and productive work environment across all sites, • Coach and support managers so they know how to address and manage people matters confidentially and compliantly., • Respond to employee questions and provide information, guidance, and direction on core HR functions, • Foster a healthy and productive workplace by proactively identifying and addressing potential employee relations matters before they materialize, and by managing and driving solutions to existing employee relations matters in a timely, collaborative, and fair way, • Identify, develop, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to deploy HR policies, programs, and processes that are required to meet contractual requirements, at law requirements, and that enable the business to scale, • Drive internal initiatives that foster employee engagement and satisfaction, and that promote employee retention, • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws across multiple states, • 8+ years as an HR Business Partner, preferably partnering with technical teams, engineering, and operational leadership, • Experience and demonstrated success operating in high-growth environments (early stage startup or similar), • Prior experience in a fast-scaling startup, • Demonstrated ability and past success influencing and coaching both people managers and individual contributors throughout an organization, achieving positive resolutions to complex matters without damaging relationships, • Experience with succession planning and longer-term leadership develop in order to ensure internal talent development and readiness, • Manager coaching leading to consistently high-performing teams, • Hands-on experience working with internal stakeholders and independently managing complex employee relations matters, internal investigations, and similar contentious matters, • Direct experience with California labor and employment law, including working with both non-exempt and exempt workers, wage and hour matters, employee entitlements, and similar laws and regulations, • Demonstrated ability to plan, implement, and own complex projects with multiple stakeholders, • Professional HR certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, • Experience working in a California-based aerospace, engineering, technology, or hardware manufacturing technology startup, • Utilization of people data analytics to make recommendations and impact outcomes, • Experience with AI tools and applications, • Base salary range for this role is $120,000 – $150,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role K2's plan doesn't stop at satellite buses. Operating our own vehicles and manifesting regular rides to space uniquely positions K2 to design, test, and deploy-at-scale ambitious optical payloads in MEO, GEO, cis-lunar, and deep space on unprecedented timelines. The satellite bus is the platform – the payloads are the mission. As a Principal Optical Test & Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for the strategic roll out, design, commissioning (build, alignment, and bring-up), and maintenance of all optical test and automation infrastructure. In this role, you will have one of the best system engineering vantage points with which to understand how each optical payload works, identify when flight hardware isn't behaving as intended, and suggest when hardware complexity can be offloaded to software and test. You will own the design and development of: • flight-like hardware-in-the-loop infrastructure for developing software and algorithms;, • automation of sub-system and end-of-line testing and calibration; and The sophistication and variety of optical test infrastructure we are targeting will require meaningful innovation, but you will have the resources and full support of K2 to make this possible and help raise the bar for the next generation of space technology companies. K2 believes that this is how you build optical systems at scale, and that this is the future of space exploration. Responsibilities • Collaborate with hardware designers to determine where there are opportunities to offload hardware complexity to software, test, or automation of active alignment, and understand how to test all critical performance requirements., • Translate those opportunities into elegant designs for ground support equipment capable of reliably and quickly performing their intended function, and write test procedures that ensure successful use and deterministic results. This ground support equipment should be "a joy to interact with" and produce insightful test reports and visuals that help engineers pin-point where hardware is deviating from expectations., • Collaborate with software and avionics teams to determine optimal strategy for on-orbit telemetry collection and access. Prepare automated reports and dashboards illustrating on-orbit performance across the fleet with an eye towards correlating on-orbit performance with results from ground testing., • Execute careful selection of off-the-shelf test and automation equipment that can be leveraged in many different setups., • Prepare design reviews for optical ground support equipment to get stakeholder buy-in and communicate expectations to the hardware, software, and test teams., • Commission all optical ground support systems – procurement, building, alignment, and demonstration of successful intended functionality., • Forecast staffing needs, define roles, and interview candidates to ensure the optical payloads team is staffed appropriately to meet optical test and automaton deliverables on schedule., • Bachelor's degree in physics, optics, computer science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field., • Experience designing and deploying optical payloads at every phase of the product life cycle (requirements generation, design, analysis, tolerance, procure, build, align, test, deploy, operate)., • Experience developing modular, reusable test automation software and drivers in Linux, Python, C++, Rust, etc., • Experience conducting experimental research, data analysis, and visualizing esoteric datasets., • Base salary range for this role is $190,000 - $290,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You'll sit at the heart of bringing our satellites to life. You'll lead critical ground-side test campaigns, guide cross-functional teams, and shape the systems and processes that ensure every vehicle performs flawlessly from first power-on through on-orbit activities. In this role, you'll mentor others while staying close to the hardware: commanding powered spacecraft, resolving anomalies in real time, and driving readiness for launch. Your leadership will raise the bar on quality, reliability, and speed, building the foundation for repeatable, high-confidence operations. As we evolve from hands-on procedures to a highly automated production operation, you'll define the standards, tools, and best practices that make that transformation possible. Your work will directly influence how we scale, how we operate, and how fast we can put new capability on-orbit. If you thrive at the intersection of engineering rigor, system-level thinking, and high-stakes operations, this role puts you in a unique position to shape the future of production test at K2 Space. Responsibilities • Operate spacecraft (interpret telemetry, send commands) during system tests at the factory, test facilities, launch sites, and during pre-launch operations, • Collaborate with design and systems engineers to define test plans with pass/fail criteria for vehicle checkouts, • Mentor more junior members of the team, • Interface with customers to scope testing performed on their payloads, based on expected functions and failure modes of interest, • Manage relationships with launch vehicle providers, including contractual deliverables such as interface control documents and environmental test plan justifications, • Assess risks associated with different integration and test approaches, justify test reductions and optimize vehicle build/test flows for at-rate production, • Own and maintain HITL table configuration and build out, including the test racks, • Influence the design of the vehicle's flight software and the supporting in-house tools that operators use daily, • Understand vehicle operations and become an expert for multiple subsystems on the vehicle, • Bachelor's degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 5+ years of experience in an integration/test/automation engineering role, • 3+ years of experience testing and troubleshooting spacecraft and their related components and systems, including subsystem checkouts and system acceptance testing, • Experience with environmental testing, such as thermal vacuum or random vibration, • Experience working in a clean room and with ESD-sensitive equipment, • Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (PSU, Oscilloscope, DMM, etc.), • Hands-on experience with HITL or Flatsat software verification testbeds, • Background in designing test architectures or building automated test frameworks, • Proficient in Python and/or Rust, • Experience with Linux systems, • Experience managing contractual interfaces (e.g. customer, launch vehicle) Compensation and Benefits • Base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role Partnering with design engineers early on in the process, you will ensure manufacturability, build the first prototype, design the build flow and fixturing, and finalize the process for transition to production. You will test out new techniques for manufacturing large satellite structures, mechanisms, and integrated electronics systems. In your first 6 months you will own manufacturing development for integrated avionics systems; define production-ready build flows, capacity models, and tooling strategies; and drive cross-functional DFM improvements that materially reduce risk, cost, or cycle time. In your first year you will lead implementation of advanced manufacturing techniques on flight hardware and transition prototype processes into stable, rate-capable production systems. Responsibilities • Own end-to-end manufacturing strategy for subsystems from concept through production ramp, • Lead DFM efforts with design engineering, influencing architecture decisions to optimize for cost, quality, scalability and integration risk, • Architect scalable production flows for large spacecraft assemblies including electromechanical systems, harnessing, and mechanisms, • Develop and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies, automation concepts, and tooling systems to support increasing production rate, • Establish production readiness plans including control plans, work instructions, takt alignment, and line balancing, • Mentor and develop junior manufacturing engineers and technicians, raising the technical bar across the organization, • Lead first article builds and flight hardware integration, resolving complex cross-functional technical issues, • Develop capacity models and rate ramp strategies to support program growth, • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 5+ years of experience in a high volume, rapid production environment in a manufacturing, integration, and/or design engineering role, • Demonstrated results with product development and/or process improvements, • Experience leading first article builds and transitioning prototype processes into repeatable production, • Experience setting up and scaling production lines in a rapid development environment, • Experience designing tooling for mechanical subassemblies and electronics, • Demonstrated leadership of small engineering teams or technical ownership of major subsystems, • Deep familiarity with aerospace manufacturing standards (IPC soldering standards, torque/welding standards, quality systems, AS9100 environments), • Demonstrated experience developing production processes from the ground up including driving design improvements for manufacturing, • Strong working knowledge of CAD software (NX or equivalent) and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), • Base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $175,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Shifts Schedules Available: 1st shift: 6am-2:30pm 2nd shift: 2pm-10:30pm Purpose This role performs all aspects of the machining workflow including process design, fixture design & fabrication, 5-axis CNC programming, machining, inspection, and general shop activities. This position involves constructing suspension, powertrain, and chassis components for automotive, aerospace, and defense vehicles, contributing to the maturation of development programs. As the machining technical expert, the CNC Programmer will innovate new machining-related technologies with the team and guide those innovations through the patent process. The Role • Execute advanced machining projects for the automotive, aerospace, and additive manufacturing industries., • Utilize CAM (Siemens NX) to produce 5-axis milling programs for first article parts and production runs., • Analyze new parts to develop machining strategies, select work-holding concepts, and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) recommendations., • Program, verify, and simulate 3+2 and 5-axis milling operations to manufacture suspension, powertrain, and chassis components., • Demonstrated expertise with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers is preferred., • Program vertical, horizontal, trunnion, and gantry-style machines., • Design work-holding solutions for both R&D and high-rate production needs using CAD (NX)., • Invent and implement novel fabrication techniques, contributing to new manufacturing technologies., • Offer on-floor support for first article components and assist in general shop activities., • Engage in vehicle design processes, providing manufacturing insights for new parts and programs., • Interpret engineering drawings and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles., • Develop innovative machining and work-holding solutions related to additive manufacturing., • Participate in testing, validating, and refining concepts, and assist in the patent process., • Ensure strict adherence to MESBasic Qualifications, • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls, • Proficient in CNC programming and machining, with a strong focus on 5-axis milling., • Proficient in complex 5-axis programming, setup, and operation, including setting dynamic work offsets., • Strong understanding of machining processes, materials, and tooling., • Familiarity with safety protocols and best practices in a machine shop environment., • Strong programming and CAM skills (Siemens NX preferred)., • Proficient in CAD modeling and setup design., • Expertise in creating machining strategies for first article parts., • In-depth knowledge of CNC machine operation, processes, best practices, and maintenance., • Skilled in designing fixtures using industry best practices., • Capable of performing light fabrication, using hand tools, and operating manual mills/lathes., • Proficient in using metrology tools, reading technical drawings, and applying GD&T.Preferred Qualifications, • Proficient in Siemens NX CAD/CAM., • Experience with pallet systems., • Experience with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers preferred., • General understanding of automotive and aerospace systems Work Environment, • Shop floor: machine operation, handling parts, exposure to high noise levels, machine electrical systems, and varying temperature conditions., • Office: desk work, programming, and design tasks.Physical Demands:, • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions., • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time., • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind., • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance., • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role From day one, you'll be hands-on with our integrated satellite-level test campaign, diving deep into the K2 bus and laying the foundation for what comes next. Within your first few months, you'll help define how we operate our first mission—shaping the tools, systems, and philosophy behind Mission Operations. As we move toward launch, you'll be at the heart of it all. Over the following year, your impact will grow: evolving our playbook from that first mission, scaling it to support multi-satellite operations, and ultimately pioneering the systems needed for full constellation control. The path to operating dozens—or hundreds—of satellites will be yours to help chart. The success of our constellations will depend on the foundations you help build. Responsibilities • Define and operationalize our Mission Operations concept for the first satellite mission, including procedures, tools, and real-time support systems, • Develop telemetry monitoring strategies, fault response frameworks, and command plans for pre-launch, LEOP, and nominal operations, • Collaborate closely with systems, software, and hardware teams to ensure operational readiness across all spacecraft subsystems, • Drive the roadmap for mission operations tooling, ground segment workflows, and long-term constellation management, • Serve as a key operator during on-orbit operations, responsible for real-time decision-making and coordination, • Operate spacecraft (interpret telemetry, send commands) during system tests at the factory, test facilities, launch sites, and during pre-launch operations, • Interface with customers to scope testing performed on their payloads, based on expected functions and failure modes of interest, • Bachelor's degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 1+ years of operating satellites on-orbit, • 5+ years of experience in an operations/integration/automation engineering role, • Experience testing and troubleshooting spacecraft and their related components and systems, including subsystem checkouts and system acceptance testing, • Familiarity with mission operations concepts such as LEOP, telemetry, commanding, fault protection, and anomaly resolution, • Experience building or contributing to custom tooling for telemetry, analysis, data pipelines, or operational dashboards, • Background in designing or scaling operational architectures for fleets or constellations, • Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g. Python, Rust), • Hands-on experience with HITL or Flatsat software verification testbeds, • Experience working with GAaaS providers., • Experience with Linux systems, • Base salary range for this role is $130,000 - $180,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose We are seeking a Product Reliability Engineer to join our growing team. This role will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and processes, working closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for high-precision manufacturing. As a Product Reliability Engineer, you will lead quality control initiatives, implement continuous improvement processes, and help drive the highest standards in production to meet customer and industry expectations. The Role • Process Improvement and Defect Reduction, • Lead initiatives to improve process efficiency and reduce defects by analyzing quality and production data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities., • Implement robust process controls and standardize inspection procedures to enhance consistency, prevent recurring quality issues, and improve first-pass yield., • Inspection Effectiveness and Quality Controls, • Optimize inspection strategies by leveraging advanced tools and techniques, including CMM programming, to balance precision with efficiency., • Establish and maintain inspection criteria and acceptance standards aligned with customer requirements and industry best practices., • Ensure inspection methods meet capability requirements through studies like Gage R&R and Cpk analyses., • Customer Engagement and Quality Deliverables, • Quality liaison for customers, managing audits, addressing quality concerns, and ensuring timely resolution of issues., • Prepare and deliver required quality documentation, including PPAP, FAIR, and other customer-specific deliverables, while facilitating customer reviews and audits., • Collaborate with customers to clarify quality requirements and maintain alignment on deliverables and expectations., • Nonconformance and Corrective Actions, • Manage nonconformance activities, including root cause analysis, corrective/preventive actions, and Material Review Board (MRB) processes., • Track and analyze nonconformance trends to drive targeted quality improvements and reduce defect recurrence., • Data Analysis and Reporting, • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), such as yield, defect rates, and on-time delivery, to identify improvement areas., • Develop dashboards and reports to provide real-time visibility into quality performance and share actionable insights with stakeholders., • Quality Planning and Deployment, • Develop and implement scalable quality control plans and deploy new inspection technologies to align with company objectives and customer expectations., • Support process validation for new or modified manufacturing processes, ensuring readiness and compliance., • Cross-functional Collaboration and Leadership, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality requirements into product and process development and support new product introductions (NPI)., • Mentor quality team members on best practices for inspection, data analysis, and process control while driving cross-functional problem-solving initiatives., • Perform any other support functions as directed by Quality ManagementBasic Qualifications, • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls, • Demonstrated experience in quality initiatives focused on process improvement, defect reduction, and inspection optimization in manufacturing environments., • Proficiency in implementing and managing tools such as PPAP, FMEA, and root cause analysis (RCA) to resolve quality issues and improve processes., • Knowledge of advanced inspection methods and tools, including CMM programming, Gage R&R, and sampling techniques, with a focus on effectiveness and efficiency., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive data-informed decisions to improve yield and reduce defects., • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers to ensure quality standards and customer expectations are met., • Clear communication and documentation skills to effectively present quality metrics, deliverables, and insights to stakeholders.Preferred Qualifications, • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent experience in a quality-focused role., • Experience in regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, or defense with familiarity in standards like AS9100, ISO 9001, or IATF 16949., • Hands-on experience with Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation and customer engagement for quality deliverables., • Experience in statistical process control (SPC) and process capability analysis (Cpk) for monitoring and improving production processes., • Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) is a plus, • Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies such as additive manufacturing or automated inspection systems is a plus.Work Environment, • Onsite Pay Range$122,400—$183,600 USD What We Offer: • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions., • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time., • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind., • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance., • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role Our enterprise software team builds the digital backbone that powers K2 Space's satellite design, manufacturing, and mission operations. We develop tools that connect engineering, production, and mission control into a seamless ecosystem — enabling our hardware to get from concept to orbit faster than ever before. We're looking for engineers who are curious, collaborative, and driven to deliver mission-critical software that helps turn ambitious space projects into reality. Responsibilities • Develop highly reliable data solutions used across K2 Space — from factory floors to mission control., • Create and evolve data design that improve how we design, build, and operate our spacecraft., • Partner closely with engineers, business partners, and leaders across disciplines to understand their challenges and design efficient solutions., • Own data solutions from concept to full fledge product., • Lead data architecture designs, drive data optimization, ensure data integrity and accuracy., • Evaluate and make decisions regarding competing data design tradeoffs., • Advocate, defend and convert other engineering leaders to your own solutions., • Use data to drive prioritization of work and design of solutions to create the largest positive impact., • Actively contribute to building a culture of transparency, empathy, integrity, and engineering excellence., • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, mathematics or a STEM discipline or 12+ years of professional experience in software engineering., • Strong working experience with data modeling, including schema design such as entities, relationships, data constraints, • Strong working experience with data migration process, including data normalization, schema mapping, data serialization, data pipeline, ETL, real-time or near real-time data replication, data mirroring., • 8+ years of in-depth experience with structure databases such as MS SQL, PostgreSQL, Snowflake., • 5+ years of in-depth experience with hosted database solutions such as AWS RDS, AWS PostgreSQL., • 3+ years of working experience with CI/CD deployment., • Working experience with Docker., • Working experience with Kubernetes (prefer AWS EKS)., • 3+ years of experience with unstructured database such as NoSQL, Amazon DynamoDB, MongoDB or similar., • Experience with distributed data designs such as caching, sharding, data validation., • Experience with public cloud data warehouse solution., • Experience with data designs for physical product manufacturing., • Base salary range for this role is $160,000 – $200,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role Our enterprise software team builds the digital backbone that powers K2 Space's satellite design, manufacturing, and mission operations. We develop tools that connect engineering, production, and mission control into a seamless ecosystem — enabling our hardware to get from concept to orbit faster than ever before. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Senior Platform Engineer on our Enterprise Information Systems team, you must possess strong technical skills and a sense of empathy for your fellow developers. You will work closely with other talented engineers, architects and senior stakeholders to design, implement, and deliver on our roadmap. Our Ideal Candidate • Distills Kubernetes & cloud networking (identity, routing, segmentation, exposure) into clear, lightweight abstractions that cut cognitive load for product teams, • Claims ownership of hard connectivity challenges end‑to‑end, including design, rollout, adoption, and lifecycle producing solutions with company‑wide impact, • Practices surgical precision in feature development, delivering high value while avoiding complexity that delays or bloats, • Delivers work permeated with excellence including readable code, automated tests, clear documentation, consistent maintenance, and polished observability, • Intuitively understands packet flow, service identity, and secure communication with a keen ability to simplify them, • Understands the importance of resilience and reliability in production operations and upgrades Responsibilities And Accountabilities • Design and evolve self‑service connectivity abstractions enabling scoped segmentation, governed exposure, adaptive ingress/egress, and traceable traffic, • Own service identity & trust (mTLS, cert automation, least‑privilege east‑west, governed egress) with broad coverage and low friction, • Engineer resilient traffic paths (timeouts, retries, circuit breaking, failure isolation) and harden them via chaos tests, automated remediation, and MTTR reduction, • Establish observability standards so end‑to‑end request path and applied policies are visible (source, identity, route, outcome, saturation, cost) across environments, • Provide approachable docs & diagnostics (guides, diagrams, 'why can't this connect?' flows) to shorten support loops, • Optimize performance & cost (latency budgets, cross‑AZ transfer, IP consumption, LB efficiency) and act on anomalies, • Apply threat & abuse modelling to connectivity surfaces (API exposure, egress, identity propagation) using industry principles while keeping solutions developer‑friendly, • Steward lifecycle and adoption including versioning, safe migrations, deprecations, usage telemetry, and proactive pruning of unused resources, • Mentor engineers and partner with adjacent DevX teams to embed networking abstractions into golden paths, raising organizational fluency and consistency, • Own, operate, and maintain network related infrastructure within and adjacent to EKS Qualifications And Experience • BS/MS in Computer Science (or equivalent) and 8+ years of experience building and operating distributed/platform systems with production Kubernetes/EKS ownership, • Proficiency in at least one language (Go, TypeScript, Python, Java) and disciplined SCM workflows (branching, reviews, automated gates), • Solid grounding in cloud + Kubernetes networking, for example VPC & subnet layout, routing, east-west segmentation, service exposure, DNS/CoreDNS, policy enforcement, and CNI behaviour, • Practical service trust & identity knowledge such as mTLS, certificate automation/rotation, PKI/CA or SPIFFE/SPIRE concepts, • Working understanding of traffic resilience & performance: timeouts, retries, backoff, circuit breaking, rate limiting, failure isolation, latency and saturation analysis, • Experience with developer connectivity abstractions: K8s CRDs/operators, guardrails (admission, lint, simulation) and automated tests, • Competence in observability & SLOs (metrics, tracing, structured logs, L4/L7 telemetry, end‑to‑end request path, visibility into applied policies, SLI/SLO definition & enforcement), • Experience with infrastructure as code and delivery: Terraform or CDK, GitOps (Argo/Flux), progressive/canary rollouts, policy-as-code integration, • Operational experience: chaos/fault injection, component upgrades (CNI, proxies, cert issuers), incident response, • Ability to communicate and mentor on networking & identity across varied fluency levels, • Working knowledge of eBPF / Cilium Hubble or Envoy extensions is an asset, • Exposure to Gateway API or service mesh (Istio, Linkerd, ambient), multi region failover, IPv6/dual stack planning is an asset, • Base salary range for this role is $165,000 - $215,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role We are seeking a Mixed-Signal Behavioral Modeling Engineer to own the creation of behavioral modeling and drive mixed-signal verification methodology from the ground up. You will be part of a collaborative design team developing state-of-the-art mixed-signal SoCs to be hosted on some of the largest, most powerful, rapidly designed and rapidly manufactured satellites ever deployed in space. Your work will directly influence top-level integration and silicon tapeout success. This is a high-impact, technical role with significant ownership across modeling, methodology, verification, and cross-functional alignment with RF, analog, and digital teams. Responsibilities • Develop high-level behavioral models for analog and mixed-signal IP (ADCs, DACs, PLLs, LDOs, RF front-end blocks, biasing, amplifiers, etc.)., • Create abstracted models using Verilog, Verilog-AMS, or SystemVerilog., • Develop regression infrastructure and mixed-signal testbenches enabling co-simulation (digital + analog)., • Integrate AMS models into digital verification environments (UVM-based)., • Define and build the mixed-signal verification methodology for top-level SoC and subsystem verification., • Support architectural exploration through early-phase modeling and system-level simulations., • Collaborate with analog/RF designers to capture real-world analog behaviors and map them into accurate behavioral abstractions., • Work with digital and verification teams to ensure seamless integration of AMS models., • Provide modeling and verification insights during architectural reviews, PDR/CDR, and silicon bring-up., • M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • 2+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal modeling and/or AMS verification., • Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, Verilog-AMS, wreal/RNM, or equivalent modeling languages., • Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal circuits (PLLs, LDOs, ADC/DACs, RF/IF paths, clocking, amplifiers)., • Experience building AMS verification methodologies from scratch., • Familiarity with UVM-based verification and digital design flows., • Knowledge of signal processing theory, RF system modeling, or communication systems., • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python modeling, or SystemC AMS for high-level architectural modeling., • Base salary range for this role is $130,000 – $180,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role Quality isn't just about compliance—it's about building systems that help teams execute with clarity and speed. We're looking for someone who can design and manage the procedures that govern how our business runs from design handoffs to production checks, supplier engagement, and continuous improvement. If you love mapping complex processes, making them simple and repeatable, and embedding them into tools people actually use, this role is for you. Responsibilities • Design and implement clear, efficient, and repeatable procedures for requirement flow across the organization., • Build templates, checklists, and automated steps integrated into PLM/MES and design tools to embed quality into workflows., • Simplify requirement interpretation and document generation using modern tools, • Define and maintain practical production quality procedures (work instructions, inspection plans, process capability checks) embedded in execution systems., • Create feedback loops for production/design teams to suggest and implement improvements quickly., • Develop scalable supplier onboarding, audit, and risk management procedures; integrate quality data (APQP/PPAP, SCARs) into dashboards for fast action., • Build analytics and dashboards to measure process effectiveness (e.g., NCR cycle time, CoPQ trends, audit findings) and maintain real-time visibility., • Stand up data pipelines with automation to reduce manual steps and improve accuracy., • BA/BS in Business Systems, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field, • 7+ years driving QMS and business process improvements independently, • Proven experience creating and managing QMS procedures for high-reliability industries (aerospace, automotive, medical devices, robotics, electronics manufacturing, etc.), • Strong understanding of AS9100 and AS9145/APQP (or similar frameworks) and ability to make them practical and lightweight, • Experience with automation for document generation, compliance checks, and workflow integration, • Familiarity with GIDEP/DLA resources and supplier quality systems, • Startup experience: building lean processes from scratch and scaling them as the company grows, • Base salary range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You'll build the network foundations at the core of our mission that enable the development and operation of high-powered satellites – from our corporate offices, factory floor to test, launch, and on-orbit operations. You will define and evolve the architectures that connect people, systems, and missions to ensure resilient and high-performance networking across production labs, data centers, cloud environments, and global operations. In your first six months, you'll set the technical direction for how we design, secure, and operate networks that can keep pace with rapid hardware iteration and mission-critical timelines. As we scale your work will become a force multiplier – supporting increasingly powerful spacecraft, more complex missions, and the subsequent infrastructure required to deliver a new class of satellite technology. The networks you build will be foundational to how K2 Space designs, tests, launches, and operates the most capable satellites in the industry. Responsibilities • Serve as the principal technical authority for enterprise networking, defining long-term network architecture and strategy aligned with business and security objectives, • Architect, design, and govern large-scale, highly available, and secure network environments across data centers, cloud, hybrid, and global WANs, • Own network reference architectures, standards, and design patterns, ensuring scalability, resiliency, performance, and operational consistency, • Lead the design and execution of complex initiatives such as data center modernization, cloud networking transformations, SD-WAN deployments, and zero-trust network architectures, • Evaluate network technologies, service providers, and vendors; make strategic recommendations on adoption, optimization, and deprecation, • 8+ years of demonstrated experience in the Networking Architecture and Design, Network Implementation and Network Test Automation, • Strong foundation in IT network and systems methodology (analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and post-implementation support), • In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, TCP/IP)., • Experience with logical design models (L2/L3, VPC, VDC, Datacenter Zones, Spanning Tree, VRF, VTP, VLANs, and cabling), • Working technical knowledge of network control protocols (QoS, PfR, PoE, NTP, DHCP), network management protocols (CDP, FTP, TFTP, SNMP), • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer science or engineering, • Base salary range for this role is $155,000 – $185,000 and equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionMECHANICAL ENGINEER (SITE INFRASTRUCTURE) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. As a Mechanical Engineer (Site Infrastructure) at Freeform, you will have the unique opportunity to bridge the gap between site infrastructure and next-generation autonomous manufacturing. You will deep dive into the complex mechanical systems that power Skyfall, our proprietary printing platform, ranging from industrial fluid and cooling systems, high-pressure gases, and factory performance monitoring systems leveraging sensors and data acquisition. This work is critical to the ultimate goal of enabling Freeform to deploy and scale its hardware stack globally. You will work alongside an interdisciplinary team of engineers to create custom solutions that ensure Freeform's physical infrastructure is as advanced as the software driving it. The ideal candidate possesses a "no job too big or small" mentality and is a proactive problem-solver dedicated to accelerating the pace of innovation. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - we look for leaders who are organized, accountable, collaborative, and motivated to build and scale world-class hardware operations. Responsibilities: • Design and implement custom infrastructure for our next-gen printing system, Skyfall, including state-of-the-art thermal management (chillers), industrial plumbing, and high-flow gas delivery, • Develop and integrate factory performance monitoring systems, leveraging sensors and data acquisition (DAQ) to ensure real-time visibility into utility health, pressure levels, and flow rates, • Oversee critical utilities, ensuring power, process water, and industrial gases like nitrogen and argon are supplied to the Skyfall fleet in strict accordance with safety codes, • Define and implement preventive maintenance for facilities equipment (pumps, compressors, and HVAC) to optimize operational efficiency and minimize system downtime with a pragmatic eye for automation opportunities, • Secure the availability of specialized fluid system components and high-pressure fittings to ensure that infrastructure build-outs and engineering projects always move at the pace of innovation Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or similar engineering discipline, • 2+ years of facilities engineering, factory engineering, launch/ground systems engineering or similar experience, • Strong first principles understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, • Hands-on ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and fluid systems Nice to Have: • Experience with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices, specifically regarding high-pressure gas safety (NFPA 55) and metal powder handling, • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) for designing facility layouts, piping routes, and custom mechanical mounts, • Experience developing infrastructure for high-volume production or scaling automated manufacturing lines, • Hands-on experience with industrial automation controls, PLCs, or building management systems (BMS), • Background in aerospace ground support or rocket engine test site operations involving cryogenic or high-pressure fluid systems, • Experience with new facility buildouts, including managing external MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) contractors, • Knowledge of ITAR, ISO 9001, and/or similar industrial compliance standards, • Experience with metal additive manufacturing or similar powder-based industrial processes, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical infrastructure plans to cross-functional teams Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $90,000-$150,000. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional experience, deep domain mastery, and a proven history of high performance and impact., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose Guide the integration of cutting-edge manufacturing technologies into production, ensuring reliability, cost efficiency, and quality. This role shapes the future of Divergent's manufacturing by enabling new processes, supporting high-mix hardware, and mentoring engineers to deliver industry-leading results. The Role • Lead a multi-disciplinary team of manufacturing engineers responsible for driving design-for-manufacturing, process development, and implementation of advanced manufacturing methods across the DAPS manufacturing architecture., • Oversee manufacturing requirements, process specifications, and root cause investigations to ensure reliable, high-quality production., • Set team priorities, track projects, and mentor engineers to achieve critical company milestones., • Develop industry-leading approaches to manufacturing process qualification, production scalability, and automation., • Implement advanced manufacturing strategies in areas such as machining, additive manufacturing, assembly, bonding, coatings, and joining., • Identify and deploy novel manufacturing technologies to improve quality, reduce cost, and increase throughput., • Collaborate closely with design, materials, quality, and production teams to influence hardware design and production readiness. Basic Qualifications • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls, • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related discipline., • 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within manufacturing engineering., • 8+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering role, with significant exposure to aerospace or defense industries., • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Siemens NX, AutoCAD) and strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)., • Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems., • Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, robotics, and automation., • Proven track record of leading complex projects from concept through production, focusing on high-performance materials and high-reliability applications.Preferred Qualifications, • Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline., • Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent expertise in continuous improvement methodologies., • Familiarity with quality management systems like AS9100 or ISO 9001., • Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-tech, fast-paced startup environment with a passion for disrupting traditional manufacturing paradigms. Compensation At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels M06 - M07 as evaluated through our interview process. • Manager / M06: $142,900 - $196,500, • Senior Manager / M07: $165,800 - $227,950 Pay Range$142,900—$227,950 USD What We Offer: • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions., • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time., • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind., • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance., • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Job Description Elastium is an advanced manufacturing startup company transforming the legacy footwear industry toward rapid, fully automated, and localized production. Our manufacturing platform combines proprietary 3D printing technology, software, and materials science to make shoe production as effortless as pushing a button. We're building the most frictionless way of turning bits into useful atoms, sending ripples of singularity across the industry, and bringing tens of billions of GDP back to America. What you'll do You'll fully own the nervous system of the most advanced FGF/FDM 3D printers on Earth, from PCBs to control packaging and harnessing. Your mission: build E/E systems that ruthlessly reduce complexity, are easy to assemble and support, and scale fast. Specifically, you will: • Execute full PCB design cycle: requirements, schematic design, component selection, layout, bring-up, test, debug and integration., • Develop electrical schematics, wiring interconnect diagrams and generate production specs for cables and harnesses., • Lead the automation/DFM war on control packaging, from design through production, to reduce build time, wiring complexity, and manual assembly. Requires deep experience with traditional panel design and assembly process., • Hunt down complex electrical/software issues using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and embedded debugging tools., • Source electrical components including connectors, harnesses, sensors, power/distribution hardware., • BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent., • 5+ years of experience designing, testing, and shipping complex E/E systems (Robotics or Industrial Tech preferred)., • Proficiency with Altium Designer., • Demonstrated ability to create electrical drawings and build or oversee the build of control panels., • Familiarity with standard interfaces such as EtherCAT, Modbus, CAN, I2C, SPI, etc., • Familiarity with common electromechanical components such as servo drives, linear motors, encoders, solenoids, RTDs, and their specific interfacing needs., • You're high-agency operator with mission-critical discipline and accountability. You identify and neutralize threats before they escalate. Why this job matters At Elastium, you won’t be another engineer optimizing inside an existing box—you’ll build in the wild, architecting a new industrial era where factories run like software, starting with footwear. Footwear is an enormous challenge because it’s a massive, messy, labor-heavy industry that left the U.S. for a reason. Reinventing how footwear is made at scale requires the deployment of autonomous plants with thousands of robots that can be reconfigured in real time with no human in the loop. If you want to solve problems that fundamentally reshape the physical world, this is the mission.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role As Principal Development Test Engineer, you will own the success of testing mechanical structures, materials, and electromechanical subsystems that will be key to our satellite operation. You will anticipate company needs and stand-up infrastructure to support the core and future business. In your first 6 months, you will define large-scale development test campaigns, design and build test setups, and be hands-on with flight hardware. In your first year, you will validate designs through prototype testing and lead large multidisciplinary test campaigns. You will drive company-wide best practices and make a large positive impact on the success of the K2 Space by leading large test campaigns and mentoring the growing team. Responsibilities • Design and fabricate test hardware, test stands, and test systems, as well as execute development tests for structures, components, and materials in order to support internal and external customer needs, • Lead satellite subsystem test campaigns from kickoff through test report and beyond, • Drive hands on hardware development testing, analysis processing/data reduction, and continuous improvement of testing methods and best practices across the company, • Steer the development of data acquisition, control, and instrumentation systems at the integrated level and develop internal tools and company-wide best practices, • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 8+ years of industry experience with mechanical, structural, and/or electromechanical test, design, and analysis, • Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies and test fixtures for aerospace or terrestrial applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms), • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages, • Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment (examples include motor dynos, material testers, vibration tables, environmental data loggers, motorsports DAQ), • Experience with the practical application of GD&T, • Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM, • Experience with performing structural analysis (Simcenter 3D, Femap, or Hypermesh), • Basic practical programming abilities (Python, MATLAB, Simulink, C++, R, LabVIEW), • Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team, • Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations, • Base salary range for this role is $150,000 - $185,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionTECHNICAL LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Teams: Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production Leadership Join Us in Inventing the Future of Manufacturing Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. We're solving some of the hardest problems in manufacturing, and we know that takes bold, multidisciplinary leaders. That's why we're opening the door to exceptional technical minds across engineering development, manufacturing operations, and high-volume production who want to explore whether there's a natural fit here at Freeform. If you're a builder, a systems thinker, and a technical leader ready to roll up your sleeves and help reshape an industry, we'd love to hear from you. Who We're Looking For You may have led hardware development programs, built and scaled production systems, launched factories, or architected cutting-edge automation. You may even be a former founder who's lived through the challenges of doing something unknown for the first time. You may come from industries like aerospace, robotics, semiconductors, autonomous vehicles, or advanced manufacturing. We don't expect a perfect resume match. We're looking for uncommon talent that wants to apply their capabilities in an environment where engineering and operations are inseparable. This is not a job posting for a single role. It's an invitation to collaborate with us and explore how your background might align with some of our highest priority work. Ideal candidates will bring some combination of the following: • A strong technical foundation in engineering or manufacturing, with deep expertise in at least one domain and fluency across disciplines., • Experience architecting or building complex physical systems from first principles to final integration., • Proven leadership in fast-paced, technically ambitious environments., • A bias for action, clarity of thought, and a passion for solving real-world problems., • Comfort with ambiguity, zero-to-one builds, and "building the plane as we fly it.", • Scaling R&D operations into full production, • Standing up a factory or test facility from scratch, • Industrial automation, robotics, or high-mix manufacturing, • MRP/ERP design and implementation We're not just designing new machines - we're redesigning how metal parts are made, how factories are run, and how physical goods scale. That means thinking holistically, working cross-functionally, and learning fast. You'll work side-by-side with an elite team of engineers, operators, and builders who take ownership from concept to production. You'll help define how we grow, and your impact will be visible in every part we ship. Perks & Benefits • Competitive salary + significant pre-IPO stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, • Traditional & Roth 401(k), • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, • Generous paid parental leave, • Free daily catered lunch & dinner, • Flexible hours, startup energy, and a culture that values both excellence and humility If this resonates with you, even if you're not actively looking, we encourage you to submit a resume or LinkedIn profile. We'll explore together whether there's a mutual fit, now or in the near future. • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role From day one, you'll be hands-on with our integrated satellite-level test campaign, diving deep into the K2 bus and laying the foundation for what comes next. Within your first few months, you'll help define how we operate our first mission – shaping the tools, systems, and philosophy behind Mission Operations. As we move toward launch, you'll be at the heart of it all. Over the following year, your impact will grow: evolving our playbook from that first mission, scaling it to support multi-satellite operations, and ultimately pioneering the systems needed for full constellation control. The path to operating dozens—or hundreds—of satellites will be yours to help chart. The success of our constellations will depend on the foundations you help build. Responsibilities • Define and operationalize our Mission operations concept for the first satellite mission, including procedures, tools, and real-time support systems, • Develop telemetry monitoring strategies, fault response frameworks, and command plans for pre-launch, LEOP, and nominal operations, • Collaborate closely with systems, software, and hardware teams to ensure operational readiness across all spacecraft subsystems, • Drive the roadmap for mission operations tooling, ground segment workflows, and long-term constellation management, • Serve as a key operator during on-orbit operations, responsible for real-time decision-making and coordination, • Operate spacecraft (interpret telemetry, send commands) during system tests at the factory, test facilities, launch sites, and during pre-launch operations, • Interface with customers to scope testing performed on their payloads, based on expected functions and failure modes of interest, • Bachelor's degree in electrical, aerospace, mechanical, computer, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 10+ years of experience in an operations/integration/automation engineering role including 4 years of direct experience operating satellites on-orbit, • Experience testing and troubleshooting spacecraft and their related components and systems, including subsystem checkouts and system acceptance testing, • Familiarity with mission operations concepts such as LEOP, telemetry, commanding, fault protection, and anomaly resolution, • Experience building or contributing to custom tooling for telemetry, analysis, data pipelines, or operational dashboards, • Background in designing or scaling operational architectures for fleets or constellations, • Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g. Python, Rust), • Hands-on experience with HITL or Flatsat software verification testbeds, • Experience working with GAaaS providers., • Experience with Linux systems, • Base salary range for this role is $180,000 - $210,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionABOUT YOU Xsolla is seeking an experienced and strategic Director/Manager of Marketing – Fintech to lead and scale our global marketing efforts across Xsolla’s suite of financial technology solutions, including payments, embedded finance, and Xsolla Pay. This leader will play a critical role in driving awareness, adoption, and revenue growth through impactful marketing strategies aimed at game developers (indie, mid-tier, and AAA), global payment providers, and creator economy participants. In this role, you will take full ownership of fintech marketing and build, mentor, and inspire a world-class team of product marketers, brand leaders, and demand generation professionals. You will partner closely with Xsolla’s executive leadership, product, and business development teams to accelerate Xsolla’s position as the essential fintech platform for the global gaming industry. We are looking for a visionary, execution-oriented, and highly collaborative leader who understands how to market infrastructure products in a fast-moving, international, B2B2C environment. This role is based at Xsolla’s Global Headquarters in Los Angeles, CA, or is available remotely with flexibleschedules. ABOUT US Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.For more information, visit xsolla.com.Responsibilities: • Develop and implement a global fintech marketing strategy across Xsolla’s core solutions: Payments, Xsolla Pay, Embedded Finance, Wallet, and Creator Payouts., • Define and execute the go-to-market strategy for new fintech products and feature rollouts, in partnership with product, growth, and partnerships teams., • Lead integrated campaigns to drive adoption among game developers and publishers, boost product usage, and support international expansion across the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and CIS regions., • Develop product positioning, messaging frameworks, and value propositions that clearly articulate Xsolla’s unique role in powering the gaming economy., • Oversee multi-channel marketing execution including brand campaigns, demand generation, partner co-marketing, industry events, content strategy, and thought leadership., • Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Business Development to align marketing efforts with sales enablement, pipeline acceleration, and partner success initiatives., • Own and manage fintech marketing budgets, agency partnerships, and marketing tech stack to drive measurable ROI., • Analyze campaign performance, user journeys, and customer insights using advanced tools and dashboards to optimize outcomes., • Serve as a senior marketing spokesperson and evangelist for Xsolla’s fintech capabilities at major industry events, conferences, and panels., • Develop competitive market intelligence and identify emerging trends to influence marketing strategy and product direction., • Provide stakeholders with regular updates, forecasts, and quarterly business reviews.Qualifications & Skills:, • 10+ years of B2B or platform marketing experience, including at least 5 years in fintech, payments, or embedded finance., • Proven track record building and leading global marketing teams, with deep expertise in product marketing, brand, go-to-market, and partner marketing., • Experience marketing infrastructure, payments, or API-based products to enterprise or platform clients; gaming industry experience is highly preferred., • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; MBA preferred., • Advanced experience with marketing analytics, CRM systems, and performance dashboards., • Strong executive presence and ability to influence C-level stakeholders internally and externally., • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills with a data-informed mindset., • Deep understanding of global market dynamics, regional marketing execution, and cross-border campaign strategies., • A passion for gaming and technology with an entrepreneurial mindset and global perspective.WHY XSOLLA, • Global Reach: Our products power monetization for games across 200+ countries and 1000+ payment methods., • Cross-Industry Impact: Be at the forefront of fintech innovation in gaming, working with partners ranging from indie creators to global publishers and banks., • Leadership Opportunity: Take ownership of a high-growth business line and help shape the next era of gaming commerce.

Job Description Upbound is redefining how modern infrastructure is built for the Agentic AI Era. We're the creators and primary maintainers of Crossplane, and we're building the Intelligent Control Plane—a new platform layer that makes infrastructure programmable, autonomous, and composable. Our mission is to power the AI-native enterprise with a foundational platform layer that helps teams provision, operate, and adapt infrastructure at scale—so platforms are ready for both humans and AI agents. We partner with leading cloud providers, ISVs, and open-source communities to help organizations move faster with greater confidence. Today, Upbound supports Fortune 500 companies and platform engineers across 100+ countries. Crossplane has surpassed 100M+ downloads and is used by 1,000+ teams worldwide. We're a Series B company backed by GV (formerly Google Ventures), Altimeter Capital, and Intel Capital, and we've raised $69M to date. Learn more at upbound.io. The Strategic Enterprise Account Executive role is an outside sales position responsible for developing, managing, and closing business for Strategic Enterprise customers in the North America region and is an integral part of the field sales organization. This person will partner with our demand generation, solutions engineering, and product teams to guide prospective customers through a solutions sales journey of modernizing their cloud platform architecture. This position will require you to develop a deep understanding of the specific challenges customers are facing to help them positively achieve their business outcomes with Upbound's solutions. This role will work cross-functionally with product, marketing, sales development and customer success to provide a tight-knit customer relationship, account leadership and direction in both the pre-sales and post-sales processes. In this role, you will: • Carry a sales quota that aligns with Upbound's revenue goals., • Function as the primary point of contact and the face of Upbound for new prospects and customers., • Conduct sales activities including prospecting and developing opportunities within existing customer accounts., • Manage complex strategic enterprise sales motions with multiple prospect engagement points., • Ensure the successful rollout and adoption of Upbound products and services in partnership with pre-and-post sales engineering and support., • Take ownership of your business by documenting the buying criteria, process, and owners to ensure pipeline accuracy., • Look for and implement improvements to sales processes, tools, and materials., • Travel to customer sites and industry conferences and events as needed.You are a good fit if you have:, • Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding assigned annual/quarterly goals and targets and consistently ranked top 1-2 on your team., • Sold to large enterprise G2K companies and adept at navigating global, multi-national organizations., • Sold AI, Cloud, or Infrastructure platform oriented products., • Experience in solution and value selling in the enterprise cloud, cloud-native, and AI product spaces, • Correctly estimate qualifying opportunities based on MEDDICC., • Drive to build a business, hunger to find and close deals, and pride in the growth of the business., • Relentless focus on customer success and meeting the needs of present and future customers., • Experience building positive professional relationships with senior IT and business executives., • Clear and articulate written, verbal, online, and in-person communication skills., • Professionalism, polish, attention to detail, and strong follow-up., • A collaborative mindset and willingness to help solve problems outside of your immediate lane., • Fun in your job and enjoy what you do.It's a plus if you:, • Strong understanding of cloud-native infrastructure, AI solutions, and/or Infrastructure as Code tooling (Terraform, Ansible, Chef)., • Significant experience selling disruptive technology into focused markets. #LI-REMOTE Why Upbound? At Upbound, you'll help shape the systems and strategies that drive predictable, scalable growth in a product-led company embracing usage-based models. If you're excited to build from the ground up, work with cutting-edge cloud technologies, and directly impact how revenue is generated and scaled—this is your seat at the table. About Upbound Upbound is pioneering infrastructure platforms for the Agentic AI Era, serving Fortune 500 companies and platform engineers across more than 100 countries. The company empowers infrastructure and platform teams with Intelligent Control Planes - based on Kubernetes and Crossplane - that provision, operate, and adapt so platforms are ready for both humans and AI agents. Upbound is the creator and primary maintainer of Crossplane, the popular open-source framework for building cloud-native control planes, with over 100 million downloads and adoption by more than 1,000 teams worldwide. A Series B startup backed by GV (formerly Google Ventures), Altimeter Capital, and Intel Capital, Upbound has raised $69M to date. For more information, visit .

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will own the success of component, subsystem, and vehicle level testing across structural, thermal, fluid, dynamic, and electromechanical systems. You will lead projects and help stand-up infrastructure to support the core testing infrastructure. In your first 6 months, you will define development test campaigns, design and build test setups, and be hands-on with flight hardware. In your first year, you will validate designs through prototype testing and lead large multidisciplinary test campaigns. You will drive best practices by leading large test campaigns and mentoring the growing team. Responsibilities • Own kickoff, design, fabrication, build, operation, data collection, and conclusion/results for development tests through full vehicle qualification campaigns, • Design test hardware, fixturing, and tooling using CAD, FEA, and hand calculations, • Demonstrate best practices for activating test stands, operating test equipment, instrumentation, and executing tests in a safe and organized manner, • Troubleshoot performance issues and recommend solutions during test campaigns, • Clearly communicate technical data, findings, and recommendations to team members across all levels of the organization, • Anticipate future testing needs by collaborating with test suppliers and performing high impact infrastructure trade studies, • Lead improvements to testing standards with company-wide impact by creating tools, methods, and processes, • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 5+ years of industry experience with mechanical, structural, and/or electromechanical test, design, and analysis, • Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies and test fixtures for aerospace or terrestrial applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms), • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages, • Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment (examples include motor dynos, material testers, vibration tables, environmental data loggers, motorsports DAQ), • Experience with the practical application of GD&T, • Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM, • Experience with performing structural analysis (Simcenter 3D, Femap, or Hypermesh), • Basic practical programming abilities (Python, MATLAB, Simulink, C++, R, LabVIEW), • Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team, • Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations, • Base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will own the success of mechanical structures and mechanisms used for a propulsion system that will be the highest-powered electric propulsion system ever flown and unlock new mission concepts and increase our access to deep space. As part of a small multidisciplinary team, your role will involve mechanical design, development, build, test, and analysis of the satellite's plasma propulsion system and all related hardware. In your first 6 months, you will define product requirements, create initial concepts and trades, perform preliminary and detailed analysis, define development test campaigns, and produce development hardware. In your first year, you will validate your designs through prototype iterations and build and qualify flight hardware. In your first two years you will fly your hardware in space while directly supporting production and integration. Responsibilities • Own the mechanical design of propulsion system hardware including propulsion modules, critical thruster components, the propellant management system, avionics box design, propulsion secondary structures, and potentially tank development, • Validate your designs through the entire lifecycle from concept to production, and successful flight demonstrations, • Generate 3D models, fully dimensioned drawings, and interface control documents, • Perform analysis on data from testing hardware, iterating designs, and critical go/no-go calls on hardware performance, • Develop and execute component and system-level test plans, • Manage key propulsion vendors and suppliers through hardware delivery, • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 10+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis, • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages, • Experience with the practical application of GD&T, • Demonstrated proficiency in the principles of mechanical design, materials, thermodynamics, and fluids, • Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting, • Experience in advanced propulsion technologies, including high-performance engines, in-space propulsion, and propulsion system integration, • Experience designing, building, and testing mechanical assemblies for aerospace applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms), • Deep experience in the development and qualification of high-pressure and low-pressure fluidic components, this may include flight feed system or pressurized tanks, • Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations, • Base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role We are seeking a Senior ASIC Physical Design Engineer to help implement advanced SoCs that power next-generation satellite and space systems. In this role, you will contribute to the full physical design flow—from synthesis to GDSII—working closely with architecture, RTL, verification, and packaging teams. You'll be a key contributor in achieving timing closure, optimizing PPA, and supporting design integration with external partners. You will be part of a collaborative design team developing state-of-the-art mixed-signal SoCs to be hosted on some of the largest, most powerful, rapidly designed and rapidly manufactured satellites ever deployed in space. In your first 6 months, you will develop and implement new SoC sub-systems for satellite communications and beyond. In your first two years, you will have contributed to developing cutting-edge SoCs that will fly in space. Responsibilities • Execute the complete physical design flow for complex SoC blocks and top-level integration, including synthesis, floorplanning, place & route, CTS, STA, and physical verification., • Perform timing closure and optimization across multiple corners and modes using industry-standard tools., • Collaborate with front-end, verification, and DFT teams to ensure clean handoff and predictable convergence., • Work with external physical design service providers and internal leads to review deliverables, resolve issues, and ensure schedule alignment., • Develop and maintain scripts and automation to improve flow efficiency and consistency., • Support physical sign-off activities including DRC/LVS, IR drop, EM, and power analysis., • Assist in chip-level integration, ECOs, and tapeout preparation., • Contribute to methodology development, tool evaluation, and flow documentation., • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • 5–10 years of experience in ASIC physical design for complex SoCs., • Hands-on experience with industry-standard tools (Synopsys ICC2/Fusion Compiler, Cadence Innovus, or equivalent)., • Strong understanding of timing analysis, power optimization, and physical verification flows., • Experience with hierarchical or flat SoC design methodologies., • Familiarity with FinFET technologies., • Working knowledge of DFT, UPF/CPF power intent, and ECO implementation., • Exposure to radiation-hardened or space-qualified ASICs., • Experience with chip-package co-design or advanced packaging (2.5D/3D)., • Familiarity with physical design service vendor management or offshore collaboration., • Experience with sign-off through TSMC., • Experience with Gate-All-Around technologies., • Base salary range for this role is $170,000 – $250,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will own the success of the mechanical structures and mechanisms that will be key to our satellite operation. In your first 6 months, you will define mechanical requirements, create initial concepts and trades, perform preliminary and detailed analysis, define development test campaigns, trade and select any purchased electromechanical subsystems, and produce development hardware. In your first year, you will validate your designs through prototype iterations and build and qualify flight hardware. In your first two years you will fly your hardware in space while directly supporting production and integration. Responsibilities * Take hardware and mechanisms from conceptual design through qualification to on-orbit operations in order to support internal and external customer needs * Lead design reviews from kickoff through qualification and beyond * Drive hardware development, including hands-on development testing, analysis correlation, and follow-on hardware iterations * Perform hardware trades that steer both sub-system and top-level product direction * Collaborate with a cross-functional team to establish product requirements, company processes, and best practices for hardware design and manufacturing * Continually own and refine system deliverables and associated schedules throughout development and production Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline * 5+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis * Experience with CAD or FEA software packages * Experience with the practical application of GD&T * Demonstrated proficiency in the principles of mechanical design, materials, thermodynamics, and fluids * Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test hardware from a blank canvas, including troubleshooting and iterating designs based on downstream feedback Nice to Have * Experience designing, building, and testing moving mechanical assemblies for aerospace applications (satellite mechanical systems, payloads, launch vehicles, propulsion systems, and/or aircraft structures and mechanisms) * Experience with NASA-STD-5017, SMC-S-016, and GSFC-STD-7000 for the design and qualification of in-space Moving Mechanism Assemblies * Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting * Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations * Independent and self-motivated mindset, with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills Compensation and Benefits: * Base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $175,000 + equity in the company * Salary and level will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level * Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks If you don't meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will be critical to designing the hardware for a propulsion system that will unlock new achievable mission concepts and increase our access to deep space. You will own the success of propulsion hardware that will be key to the development of the highest-powered electric propulsion system ever flown. As part of a multidisciplinary team, your role will involve mechanical design, development, build, test, and analysis of the satellite's plasma propulsion system. In your first year, you will validate your designs through prototype iterations and build and qualify flight hardware. Responsibilities • Own the mechanical design of propulsion system subassemblies including critical thruster components, the propellant management system, ground support equipment, and other structural components, • Validate your designs through the entire lifecycle from concept to production, and successful flight demonstrations, • Generate 3D models, fully dimensioned drawings, and interface control documents, • Perform analysis on data from testing hardware, iterating designs, and critical go/no-go calls on hardware performance, • Develop and execute component and system-level test plans, • Manage key propulsion vendors and suppliers through hardware delivery, • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 3+ years of experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis, • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages, • Experience with the practical application of GD&T, • Demonstrated proficiency in the principles of mechanical design, materials, thermodynamics, and fluids, • Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (High Power Rocketry, Robotics Clubs, Formula/Baja SAE, NASA student launch etc.), • Experience in advanced propulsion technologies, including high-performance engines, in-space propulsion, and propulsion system integration, • Familiarity with cutting-edge testing and validation techniques, • Deep experience in the development and qualification of high-pressure and low-pressure fluidic components, this may include flight feed system or pressurized tanks, • Experience with designing and qualifying avionics enclosures, • Knowledgeable on the thrust stands for Hall thrusters and feed system components, • Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will own the success of Avionics testing involving the computing, data acquisition, RF, and power subsystems that are key to our satellite operation. In your first 6 months, you will be pivotal in developing production quality test hardware and software to deliver flight avionics through ATP and QTP for the first Mega satellite constellation. You will be working alongside the Electrical and RF Engineering teams to interface with Avionics hardware, validate prototype designs, define test requirements, and design test infrastructure to meet critical programmatic milestones such as delivery of flight hardware to vehicle integration. In your first year, you will lead multidisciplinary test campaigns, root cause investigations, and production improvements to ensure reliability and scalability. Responsibilities • Design and fabricate test hardware, harnessing, and test systems to support electrical and RF development testing, • Develop modular, reusable test automation software and drivers in Linux, Python, C++, Rust, etc., • Execute development and production tests to meet internal and external customer needs, • Lead satellite subsystem test campaigns from kickoff, through test report, and beyond, • Develop data acquisition, control, and instrumentation systems to test at the integrated level, • Own the project management of multiple test assets and acceptance testing of flight avionics including upgrades to support hardware lifecycle, • Design device simulators deployed across component subsystem and HITL testbeds, • Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, or other relevant engineering discipline or any equivalent combination of education and experience, • 2+ years of experience with test hardware design and software management, • Strong programming abilities (Python, C++, Rust), • Experience with data acquisition, controls, and dedicated test equipment, • Familiarity with SMC-S-016 or MIL-STD-810 testing methods, including vibration, shock, and thermal testing, • Experience with software-defined radio hardware development, including high-speed RF data converters (digital to analog and analog to digital converters), clock trees, and data converter interfaces, • Experience with calibration of RF equipment, dataflow testing, and radiated end-to-end validation, • Experience with the practical application of serial and ethernet communications, • Understanding of the failure modes of electrical systems in space environments, • Demonstrated ability to own electrical hardware test systems within an integrated engineering team, • Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $150,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will own the success of custom tooling and structures that will be key to our satellite production and operations. In your first year at K2, you'll work closely with the production teams to help shape build process decisions, architect tooling systems, and execute on individual tools that will support scaling our manufacturing and operations rate and support performing large-scale qualification testing for our multi-ton spacecraft. You will implement and deliver tooling solutions via a combination of hands-on build and collaboration with in-house and out-of-house fabrication resources. Throughout the process you will be hands-on support, educating end customer teams and validating tool performance alongside them. You'll have an opportunity to help shape the company's foundational tooling strategies and processes as we look forward to our mass-abundant goals. Responsibilities • Design and fabricate tooling and material handling systems for K2 Space satellite bus and associated systems and subsystems, • Lead development of satellite subsystem production fixtures from project kickoff through production and beyond, • Drive hands-on development tooling development, sizing and structural analysis of ground support equipment, and continuous improvement of tooling and production operations, • Support the development of ground test setups, flight hardware, development fixtures, and external customer tooling needs, • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • Experience with CAD or FEA software packages (experience can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting), • 5+ years of industry experience with mechanical and/or electromechanical design and analysis, • Hands-on fabrication experience, • Experience with shipping, materials handling, and clean room operations, • Experience with the practical application of GD&T, • Experience with NX (Unigraphics) and Teamcenter PLM, • Experience with performing structural analysis (Simcenter 3D, Femap, or Hypermesh), • Demonstrated ability to own mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team, • Demonstrated understanding of structural analysis and failure modes of complex mechanical systems in space environments and operations, • Experience with actuators, controls, data acquisition, and dedicated test or automation equipment (examples include actuated positioning tools, motor dynos, vibration tables, environmental data loggers, motorsports DAQ), • Base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $175,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you don't meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will be on the front lines of protecting the systems, data, and teams that make high-powered satellites a reality. You'll dive into real-world security operations – monitoring alerts, investigating incidents, and hunting for threats to ensure our corporate and mission-critical environments stay resilient and secure. Every alert you investigate, every vulnerability you remediate, and every improvement you implement directly enables Engineers and Operators to move fast, innovate, and push the boundaries of space technology. This is hands-on, high-impact work where your expertise safeguards the foundation of our missions and keeps K2 Space moving boldly forward. Responsibilities • Monitor security alerts, logs, and events from SIEM, endpoint, network, and cloud systems, identifying and escalating potential threats, • Respond to and assist in the investigation of security incidents, including containment, remediation, and root-cause analysis, • Maintain and operate security tooling, including endpoint protection, intrusion detection, vulnerability scanners, and cloud security monitoring systems, • Support firewall, VPN, and network access controls under guidance from senior or principal engineers, • Assist with identity and access management operations, including user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access reviews, • Perform vulnerability scans and assist in tracking remediation efforts across corporate IT systems, • Collaborate with IT, networking, and engineering teams to implement security recommendations and corrective actions, • Maintain and update technical documentation, incident reports, and standard operating procedures, • Participate in threat hunting, anomaly detection, and proactive security exercises, • 5+ years of experience in security operations or engineering roles preferably in a fast-paced startup or technology environment, • 2+ years of development experience with any modern programming language (including but not limited to Python, C++, Rust, Go) in lieu of a degree; OR a bachelor's degree in security engineering, cyber security, computer science, engineering, math, or other STEM discipline, • Knowledge of operating systems, current equipment and technologies, networking, security best practices, and system performance monitoring tools, • Comfortable working with mission critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate with responsibilities, • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer science or engineering, • Base salary range for this role is $90,000 – $125,000 and equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Purpose The Automation Controls Engineer will support the development of flexible robotic manufacturing systems, core to the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). The ideal candidate has a track record of successfully architecting and deploying advanced automated systems in a quick changing, start-up environment. This role will take a hands-on execution approach and use their hardware and software skills to create bleeding-edge industrial automation systems, support production operations, and democratize factory data to support key business decisions. Divergent is pushing the boundaries of technology and we need a passionate and agile engineer to help us create the platform for sustainable manufacturing. The Role • Develop PLC, HMI & SCADA software & controls architectures for the next generation of DAPS factories & factory modules., • Contribute to automation standards, frameworks, best practices, and platform selection., • Architect new advanced automation systems, ultimately leading to detailed design, development, and commissioning of first article factory modules., • Develop controls systems for new and experimental processes in an R&D environment., • Understand and steer production operations requirements for factory modules leading to increased overall factory OPE through better development of modules and factory data., • Work closely with cross-functional technical teams to ensure that program deliverables and milestones are defined, scheduled, and executed on time and budget., • Support engineering teams in achieving resolution of any gridlock, rather than merely report status. Must have the leadership ability and intelligence to drive hands-on execution of a highly motivated and intelligent team under intense time constraints.Basic Qualifications, • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls., • 5 years of industrial automation controls experience in dynamic environments., • IEC 61131-3 Structured Text programming experience.Preferred Qualifications, • Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 79, UL508A standards., • Experience designing electrical control panels using EPlan or AutoCAD, • Advanced experience working with the Beckhoff TwinCAT & hardware ecosystem., • Advanced experience with industrial automation hardware, fieldbus interfaces and motion control., • Advanced industrial networking experience, • Experience with industrial safety systems, risk assessments and safety over fieldbus protocols, i.e. FSoE & PROFIsafe, • Experience developing SCADA & other factory data management platforms, industrial databases, dashboards, etc.., • Experience with Industrial robot platforms, offline program, and virtual commissioning., • Experience with industrial electrical schematic tools, such as EPlan or AutoCAD electrical., • Experience with standard software engineering practices, object-oriented programming, SOLID, unit testing and development tools such as GIT., • Technical leadership experience in defining standards, methods, processes, and training.Work Environment, • Office and factory environment, • 100% onsite, • Minimal travel, • Engineer II / E04: $111,300 - $166,960, • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions., • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time., • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind., • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance., • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Job Description Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production. Schedule This is a 3 - 4 x 11 rotating shift working alternating Wednesdays. Shifts Available • Sun - Wed 1st shift (5am - 4:30pm), • Sun - Wed 2nd shift (4pm - 3:30am), • Wed - Sat 1st shift (5am - 4:30pm), • Perform advanced inspection and metrology work using scanners (FARO, Romer, Creaform, GOM, etc.) and 3D software (PolyWorks, Zeiss)., • Deliver accurate inspection files, data, and reports to ensure compliance with engineering requirements., • Lead by example through direct hands-on inspection work (at least 50% of shift)., • Receive and provide clear shift handoffs with both written and verbal updates to maintain continuity., • Prioritize and delegate daily tasks, balancing team capacity and operational needs., • Conduct spot checks, provide feedback, and uphold high-quality standards across the team., • Mentor and train peers, including onboarding of new inspectors and cross-training initiatives., • Maintain situational awareness of work progress, equipment status, and team needs throughout the shift, • Foster a positive, collaborative team culture, demonstrating emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills., • Ensure the Metrology Lab remains clean, organized, and safe in alignment with 5S practices. Basic Qualifications, • Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls, • Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a Quality Inspection or Metrology role in aerospace, automotive, or other high-precision production environment., • High-school diploma (required)., • Proficiency in computer systems (Windows, Teams, Excel, etc.)., • Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications., • Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate scanning equipment for extended periods., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset., • Team-first approach with proven ability to lead by example. Preferred Qualifications, • Associate degree or higher in a technical field, or equivalent work experience., • Prior experience in a lead, mentoring, or training capacity., • Background in cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams., • Experience in regulated or high-performance manufacturing environments. Work Environment, • This role is based in a dynamic manufacturing setting and may require standing and handling precision equipment for extended periods of time., • Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs., • Company Uniform must be worn while working., • Lead Technician / T04: $29.00 - $40.00, • Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions., • Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time., • Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind., • Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance., • Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint. Equal Employment Opportunity Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. EEO Poster In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. E-Verify: Right to Work Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees. Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish) Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO) Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

Job DescriptionASSOCIATE CNC OPERATOR Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. As an Associate CNC Operator, you'll play a key role in Freeform's machining and post-processing operations. You'll work with advanced multi-axis CNC machines that transform 3D-printed metal parts into precision-finished aerospace-grade components, helping bridge the gap between 3D printing and final production. You'll gain hands-on experience operating CNCs, mills, and lathes, making basic program edits, setting up jobs, and inspecting parts. The right candidate for this role will be an energetic go-getter with a positive attitude and a "no job too big or small" mentality. If you are highly motivated to learn and grow as a manufacturing professional, we'd love to hear from you 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative individuals who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! Responsibilities: • Operate and support CNC machining, including setup, basic programming edits, tool changes, and part inspection, • Use manual machining tools such as mills, lathes, bandsaws, and grinders to support part finishing and fixture creation, • Learn and apply precision measurement techniques to verify part quality and tolerances, • Support maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC machines and shop equipment (air compressors, chillers, inert gas systems, etc.), • Contribute to shop organization and process improvements, helping build a high-functioning R&D machine shop Basic Qualifications: • 1+ years of experience of CNC operation OR completion of formal technical training (e.g., NTMA, community college machining program, or similar) Nice to Have: • Experience operating CNC mills or lathes, including basic G-code understanding, • Exposure to metal additive manufacturing and post-processing techniques, • Familiarity with manual machining, welding, or fabrication of stainless steel, aluminum, or nickel alloys, • Ability to use hand tools, power tools, cranes, forklifts, and other shop equipment, • Experience interpreting blueprints and using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, etc.), • Comfort working with facility systems such as air, water, and inert gases, • Ability to lift and/or move up to 30lbs unassisted, • Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time, • Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed Location: • Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated pay range for this role is $25-$30/hour., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionPROCESS ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP/CO-OP (SUMMER/FALL 2026) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. As a Process Engineering Intern at Freeform, you will help develop and refine novel processes for some of the world's most advanced metal 3D printing systems. You will work closely with experienced engineers to study complex, multi-physics behavior within the printing process, building a foundational understanding of the system and applying those insights to support the development of next-generation processes. You'll collaborate with mechanical, software, and simulation engineers to analyze large in-situ data sets and post-print material characteristics, contributing to rapid iteration and continuous improvement of the printing technology using data-driven and machine-learning-enabled approaches. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! Responsibilities: • Assist the Process Engineering team in developing a deep understanding of the metal additive process and hardware operation by analyzing massive in-situ data sets to gain insight into physical mechanisms of the printing process, • Execute experiments and analyze data to improve metal additive processes, • Perform post-build metrology measurements and analysis of material properties such as tensile strength, surface roughness, and alloy microstructure, • Assist in the development and implementation of tool qualification procedures Basic Qualifications: • Currently pursuing Bachelor's degree in material science, physics, or similar engineering discipline, • Experience with experimental design and statistical data analysis, • Strong data analysis skills and ability to interpret important information from extremely large data sets, • Experience with Python and/or MATLAB Nice to Have: • Undergraduate research experience in material science, physics, mechanical engineering, • Process development experience from cutting edge industries such as semiconductor, solar, or displays, • Experience with statistical data analysis software such as R, JMP, or Minitab, • Passion for improving the state of metal 3D printing, • Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and iterating quickly (comfortable building the plane as we fly it), • Strong communicator who collaborates across disciplines and proactively seeks support when needed, • Willing to take ownership of tasks big and small, with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset, • Strong work ethic with a refuse-to-fail mindset, • Demonstrated indicators of excellence and/or achieving success against adversity (i.e. top academic performance, leadership in engineering clubs, first-generation college student, or other examples of resilience and achievement) Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions, • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology, • Compensation and Benefits, • The compensation for this role:, • Engineering Intern/Undergraduate: $30/hour, • Engineering Intern/Masters: $32.50/hour, • Engineering Intern/PhD: $35/hour, • Relocation assistance provided, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Digital ASIC Design Engineer to lead the design and implementation of digital subsystems for advanced wireless SoCs. You will be part of a collaborative design team developing state-of-the-art mixed-signal SoCs to be hosted on some of the largest, most powerful, rapidly designed and rapidly manufactured satellites ever deployed in space. In your first 6 months, you will architect, develop, and implement new SoC sub-systems for satellite communications and beyond. In your first two years, you will have flown your sub-system in space and developed cutting-edge mixed-signal SoCs. Responsibilities • Design, implement, and verify digital blocks for wireless SoCs using SystemVerilog or Verilog., • Translate algorithmic and architectural specifications into synthesizable RTL., • Implement DSP functions such as filtering, FFT/IFFT, or beamforming., • Convert chip specifications into RTL using internal IPs and external IPs., • Design and develop RTL for interfaces, power management, clocking, reset, test & debug., • Partner with analog/mixed-signal teams to define digital-analog interfaces, calibration engines, and control logic., • Optimize designs for power, performance, and area (PPA) and support timing closure through synthesis and backend collaboration., • Contribute to block-level integration, synthesis, and timing closure., • Participate in design reviews, functional verification, and timing closure., • Participate in chip bring-up and lab validation of complex digital subsystems., • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • 5+ years of hands-on experience in digital ASIC design., • Proficiency in RTL design (SystemVerilog or Verilog), synthesis, and linting tools., • Experience in micro-architecture definition from architecture guideline and model analysis., • Experience with DFT tools for scan and BIST insertion., • Solid understanding of SoC design flows including clock/power domain crossing, timing constraints, and formal verification., • Familiarity with EDA tools for design, simulation, linting, and STA., • Experience implementing DSP functions in hardware., • Understanding of digital design best practices including clock domain crossing (CDC), power domain management, and design-for-test (DFT)., • Prior experience in wireless SoC development (e.g. cellular, Wi-Fi, satellite, or mmWave systems) and successful tapeouts in advanced design nodes., • Design experience in datapath, flow control, arbitration, FIFO, DMA, IOMMU, SoC bus architecture, ARM's AXI/AHB bus architecture & protocols, serial interfaces such as SPI, I3C, UART., • Familiarity with DSP algorithm modeling (MATLAB, Python, or C++) and converting models into RTL., • Hands-on experience with lag bring-up and post-silicon debug., • Knowledge of digital calibration and control of RF/mixed-signal front ends., • Exposure to hardware-software co-design and embedded process integration., • Base salary range for this role is $170,000 – $250,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Digital ASIC Design Engineer to contribute to the design and implementation of digital subsystems for advanced wireless SoCs. You will be part of a collaborative design team developing state-of-the-art mixed-signal SoCs to be hosted on some of the largest, most powerful, rapidly designed and rapidly manufactured satellites ever deployed in space. In your first 6 months, you will architect, develop, and implement new SoC sub-systems for satellite communications and beyond. In your first two years, you will have flown your sub-system in space and developed cutting-edge mixed-signal SoCs. Responsibilities • Design, implement, and verify digital blocks for wireless SoCs using SystemVerilog or Verilog., • Translate algorithmic and architectural specifications into synthesizable RTL., • Implement DSP functions such as filtering, FFT/IFFT, or beamforming., • Convert chip specifications into RTL using internal IPs and external IPs., • Design and develop RTL for interfaces, power management, clocking, reset, test & debug., • Partner with analog/mixed-signal teams to define digital-analog interfaces, calibration engines, and control logic., • Optimize designs for power, performance, and area (PPA) and support timing closure through synthesis and backend collaboration., • Contribute to block-level integration, synthesis, and timing closure., • Participate in design reviews, functional verification, and timing closure., • Participate in chip bring-up and lab validation of complex digital subsystems., • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • 2+ years of hands-on experience in digital ASIC design., • Proficiency in RTL design (SystemVerilog or Verilog), synthesis, and linting tools., • Experience in micro-architecture definition from architecture guideline and model analysis., • Experience with DFT tools for scan and BIST insertion., • Solid understanding of SoC design flows including clock/power domain crossing, timing constraints, and formal verification., • Familiarity with EDA tools for design, simulation, linting, and STA., • Experience implementing DSP functions in hardware., • Understanding of digital design best practices including clock domain crossing (CDC), power domain management, and design-for-test (DFT)., • Prior experience in wireless SoC development (e.g. cellular, Wi-Fi, satellite, or mmWave systems) and successful tapeouts in advanced design nodes., • Design experience in datapath, flow control, arbitration, FIFO, DMA, IOMMU, SoC bus architecture, ARM's AXI/AHB bus architecture & protocols, serial interfaces such as SPI, I3C, UART., • Familiarity with DSP algorithm modeling (MATLAB, Python, or C++) and converting models into RTL., • Hands-on experience with lag bring-up and post-silicon debug., • Knowledge of digital calibration and control of RF/mixed-signal front ends., • Exposure to hardware-software co-design and embedded process integration., • Base salary range for this role is $130,000 – $200,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will contribute to the design, development, and testing of avionics components of major satellite subsystems. This role will support production and development of the K2 Mega-class satellite. You will assemble, test, rework, and integrate harnesses and electromechanical assemblies. Our ideal candidate will be a self-starter and have a high level of attention to detail to ensure quality and reliability of electrical components and systems. Responsibilities • Fabricate wire harnesses from assembly drawings and electrical schematics, • Assemble electromechanical assemblies and assist engineering with the development of production processes for first time builds, • Follow work instructions / assembly procedures and document work performed through MES system and other tools, • Work side-by-side with design and manufacturing engineering in a fast-paced environment, • Route harnesses and support integration of electromechanical assemblies on the Mega-class satellite, • Support production transition from engineering development and initial production to full rate production, • 2+ years of experience in cable harness fabrication, assembly, or integration, • Experience in a manufacturing setting, preferably in aerospace or electronics, • Proficiency in MS Office suite, and shop floor management software, • Demonstrate high level of ownership and problem-solving abilities, • Able to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools such as: wrenches and safety wire pliers, • Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, continuity testing, connector pin outs, routing, and tie wrapping, • Experience using test and measuring tools (digital multimeter, caliper, micrometer), • Familiar with ERP and part traceability, • IPC Certified for PCB and cable harness rework (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620), • Hand soldering ability and PCB rework experience, • Ability to read, review, and redline electrical schematics and mechanical drawings, • Experience with various potting and encapsulation techniques for cables and enclosures, • Must be able to perform repetitive 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 lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted, • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, • Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $24– $35 + equity in the company, • Compensation will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will contribute to the build and development of avionics and software test assets for major satellite subsystems and vehicle simulation. This role will be the owner of avionics hardware installation, wire harnessing, test rack fabrication, and HITL (Hardware-In-The-Loop) test bed build and maintenance. As an essential part of the Research & Development technician team, you will demonstrate diverse proficiencies across avionics products, production and industry build fundamentals, and a high level of attention to detail to ensure quality and reliability of electrical components and systems. Responsibilities • Support full build and maintenance of HITL (Hardware-In-The-Loop) test assets, including installation of avionics hardware, manufacturing and routing of wire harnesses, and fabrication of load simulators, • Assemble production test racks for HITL, acceptance testing, and qualification of flight hardware, • Follow engineering procedures to perform electrical checkouts such as continuity, discontinuity, and multimeter measurements on components and vehicle systems, • Work autonomously and coordinate cross-functionally with various engineering and technician team to meet high pace schedule and quality requirements, • 5+ years of experience assembling, integrating, and testing electronic hardware in the aerospace industry, • 1+ years of SMT/through-hole soldering, using electronics equipment, and assembling test racks, • IPC Certified for PCB and cable harness rework (IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620), • Hand soldering ability that meets IPC J-STD-001, • Experience designing, building, and testing electrical assemblies and test fixtures, • Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, continuity testing, connector pin outs, and routing and tie wrapping, • Ability to drill and tap holes, and use common shop equipment such as drill press, grinders, and band saws, • Ability to create, read, review, and redline electrical and test rack schematics, • Strong communication skills with ability to communicate hardware and systems problems, • Must be able to perform repetitive 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 lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted, • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, • Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $28 - $40 + equity in the company, • Compensation will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionOPTO-MECHANICAL BUILD ENGINEER Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and deployment of custom opto-mechanical systems for the world's most advanced metal 3D printing systems. You will establish and scale processes for how we build, assemble, align, and integrate opto-mechanical systems. You will work with high-power lasers, high-speed cameras, and other proprietary hardware and software to integrate novel capabilities. This is a hands-on role in which you will be expected to own hardware development, testing, and implementation yourself. Opto-mechanical systems lie at the heart of our technology, so this is a high-impact opportunity at a rapidly growing deep-tech company. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! Responsibilities: • Build, assemble, align, and deploy complex opto-mechanical systems., • Develop procedures for scaling in-house opto-mechanical build processes from prototype to volume production., • Integrate high power lasers and high-speed camera solutions., • Design mechanical solutions to integrate optical design with precision and repeatability., • Create drawings specifically to opto-mechanical GD&T standards., • Establish and own the precision alignment process including method, procedure, and software used., • Perform test and characterization of optical performance including process, equipment selection, and passing criteria., • Work closely with process engineering team to solve physics-based interdependencies., • Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop a robust and scalable system architecture. Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Optics/Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics, and 2 years of hands-on professional experience; or a Master's degree in one of these disciplines and at least one hands-on opto-mechanical internship., • Hands-on experience with opto-mechanical systems (build, assembly, alignment, etc.)., • CAD experience, including GD&T and detailed drawing documentation as it relates to opto-mechanics., • Strong mechanical engineering and physics fundamentals. Nice to Have: • Master's degree in optical engineering or mechanical engineering., • Experience with high power lasers (tens to hundreds of watts)., • Experience designing optics for industrial systems such as semiconductor (i.e. etching), laser cutting, long distance laser communication, etc., • Basic understanding of image and signal processing., • Knowledge of motion control and kinematics., • Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems. Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $90,000-$200,000, inclusive of all levels/seniority within this discipline., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role K2's plan doesn't stop at satellite buses, however. By operating our own vehicles and manifesting regular rides to space, K2 is uniquely positioned to design, test, and deploy-at-scale ambitious optical payloads in MEO, GEO, cis-lunar, and deep space on unprecedented timelines. The satellite bus is the platform – the payloads are the mission. There are any number of space-based optical payloads that can generate value here on Earth (ex. forest fire detection, climate and atmospheric monitoring, etc.) and further planetary science in our solar system (ex. hyper-spectral imaging, laser-altimetry, laser propulsion). For active optical payloads, high-power amplifiers and lasers that leverage K2's on-orbit power capabilities will be a fundamental and enabling technology. Some of these near-term applications require the development of high-power, space-qualified fiber lasers and amplifiers in the near / short-wave infrared (ex. 1064nm) – but the future of atmospheric science and remote sensing will be unlocked by advances in space-qualified lasers in the UV and mid-IR. As Principal Optical Amplifier / Laser Engineer, you will define how K2 develops, designs, manufactures, tests, and deploys high-power lasers and amplifiers across all active optical payloads. The development timelines, optical power levels, operating environments, and lifetimes we are targeting require meaningful innovation; you will have the resources and full support of K2 to make this possible and help raise the bar for the next generation of space technology companies. Responsibilities ... of high reliability fiber amplifier systems. • Collaborate with the optical and satellite bus teams to determine optimal set of requirements for lasers and amplifiers., • As the subject matter expert on lasers and optical amplifiers at K2, conduct system engineering feasibility studies for next-generation laser technologies supporting advanced remote sensing and planetary science payloads. In this capacity you will be fundamental to determining which future missions K2 undertakes., • Forecast a staffing plan, define roles, and interview candidates to ensure the optical payloads team is staffed appropriately to meet laser and amplifier deliverables on schedule., • Bachelor's degree in physics, optics, materials science, electrical engineering, or a related technical field., • Deep knowledge of the physics, limitations, and system engineering tradeoffs of a wide variety of optical amplifier and laser technologies (optical parametric amplifiers, semiconductor optical amplifiers, quantum cascade lasers, etc.), • Deep knowledge of fiber manufacturing and processing equipment (splicing, tapering, end-capping, lensing, etc.) and experience working with a wide variety of fiber types and materials (step-index, GRIN, hollow-core, photonic crystal, etc.), • Experience conducting environmental acceptance and qualification test campaigns on optical assemblies., • Experience in high-volume manufacturing and test automation., • Base salary range for this role is $190,000 - $280,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionSENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (SITE INFRASTRUCTURE) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Site Infrastructure) at Freeform, you will have the unique opportunity to bridge the gap between site infrastructure and next-generation autonomous manufacturing. You will deep dive into the complex mechanical systems that power Skyfall, our proprietary printing platform, ranging from industrial fluid and cooling systems, high-pressure gases, and factory performance monitoring systems leveraging sensors and data acquisition. This work is critical to the ultimate goal of enabling Freeform to deploy and scale its hardware stack globally. You will work alongside an interdisciplinary team of engineers to create custom solutions that ensure Freeform's physical infrastructure is as advanced as the software driving it. The ideal candidate possesses a "no job too big or small" mentality and is a proactive problem-solver dedicated to accelerating the pace of innovation. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - we look for leaders who are organized, accountable, collaborative, and motivated to build and scale world-class hardware operations. Responsibilities: • Design and implement custom infrastructure for our next-gen printing system, Skyfall, including state-of-the-art thermal management (chillers), industrial plumbing, and high-flow gas delivery, • Develop and integrate factory performance monitoring systems, leveraging sensors and data acquisition (DAQ) to ensure real-time visibility into utility health, pressure levels, and flow rates, • Oversee critical utilities, ensuring power, process water, and industrial gases like nitrogen and argon are supplied to the Skyfall fleet in strict accordance with safety codes, • Define and implement preventive maintenance for facilities equipment (pumps, compressors, and HVAC) to optimize operational efficiency and minimize system downtime with a pragmatic eye for automation opportunities, • Secure the availability of specialized fluid system components and high-pressure fittings to ensure that infrastructure build-outs and engineering projects always move at the pace of innovation Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or similar engineering discipline, • 5+ years of facilities engineering, factory engineering, launch/ground systems engineering or similar experience, • Strong first principles understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, • Hands-on ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical and fluid systems Nice to Have: • Experience with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices, specifically regarding high-pressure gas safety (NFPA 55) and metal powder handling, • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, or similar) for designing facility layouts, piping routes, and custom mechanical mounts, • Experience developing infrastructure for high-volume production or scaling automated manufacturing lines, • Hands-on experience with industrial automation controls, PLCs, or building management systems (BMS), • Background in aerospace ground support or rocket engine test site operations involving cryogenic or high-pressure fluid systems, • Experience with new facility buildouts, including managing external MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) contractors, • Knowledge of ITAR, ISO 9001, and/or similar industrial compliance standards, • Experience with metal additive manufacturing or similar powder-based industrial processes, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical infrastructure plans to cross-functional teams Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $100,000-$200,000, inclusive of all levels/seniority within this discipline., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionLEAD APPLICATIONS ENGINEER (SEMICONDUCTOR) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. Freeform is hiring a Lead Applications Engineer to serve as the primary technical interface between Freeform and a portfolio of our semiconductor customers. This person will apply their technical background and intimate understanding of semiconductor fabrication systems and equipment to translate real engineering problems into manufacturable solutions that only Freeform's technology can unlock. You will own the technical relationship with customers, guide them through application discovery and feasibility, and help shape how Freeform's manufacturing platform is deployed across some of the most ambitious programs in the industry. The ideal candidate comes from a strong engineering background, understands complex semiconductor systems, and is comfortable engaging directly with senior engineers and decision makers at highly sophisticated and cutting-edge organizations. This person should be comfortable leading deep technical discussions across performance, manufacturability, materials, qualification, and production tradeoffs, and translating those conversations into a broader, programmatic vision that helps customers understand how Freeform's technology can unlock entirely new design and production possibilities. Responsibilities: • Serve as the primary technical point of contact for a portfolio of strategic semiconductor equipment customers, • Lead deep technical discussions with customer engineering teams across applications such as:, • Wafer handling, robotic end-effectors, and vacuum-compatible armatures, • Thermal management hardware and high-precision cold plates, • Ultra-high vacuum (UHV) chambers and internal components, • Gas delivery manifolds and high-purity fluid systems, • Lithography tool structural components and precision optics mounts, • Pedestals and showerhead assemblies for deposition tools, • Develop a deep understanding of customer system requirements, constraints, and performance drivers, • Translate customer needs into manufacturable solutions using Freeform's technology, including geometry, materials, tolerances, and production considerations, • Clearly articulate what Freeform's manufacturing platform can and cannot deliver, including tradeoffs and constraints, • Independently answer advanced technical questions related to materials, processes, qualification pathways, and production scalability, • Identify where Freeform's technology enables new designs, architectures, or performance regimes that were previously impractical or impossible, • Work closely with internal engineering and operations teams to align on feasibility, execution, and roadmap - but without depending on them for basic technical credibility, • Guide customers through early application exploration, development phases, and transition into production, • Build long-term, trust-based technical relationships with customer engineers, program managers, and technical leadership, • Provide feedback from the field to influence Freeform's product, process, and roadmap decisions Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar technical discipline, • 5+ years of experience in an engineering, program management, or leadership role within the semiconductor equipment/fabrication industry, • Strong systems-level understanding of complex mechanical hardware and how components function within larger assemblies Nice to Have: • Prior experience in a customer-facing technical role such as applications engineering, systems engineering, or field engineering, • Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders, • Familiarity with metal manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing, casting, forging, or advanced machining, • Experience supporting hardware through development, qualification, and production ramp, • Strong intuition for design-for-manufacturing and production scalability, • Strategic thinker with a strong business acumen, • Team player, positive attitude, growth mindset, integrity, accountability, adaptability, entrepreneurial, driven, results-oriented and ethical Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $120,000-$185,000. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional experience, deep domain mastery, and a proven history of high performance and impact., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionSOFTWARE ENGINEER (EDGE DATA & TELEMETRY) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. In this role, you will be responsible for architecting and implementing factory edge services, backend data pipeline infrastructure and advanced telemetry capabilities of our metal 3D printing systems. You will work with petabyte-scale data feeds, enabling Freeform engineers to rapidly access critical data across the factory ecosystem. You will work with our machine learning team to provide data pipelines that feed the printing industry's first GPU-based ML platform. Ultimately, your code will enable the first production scale, high quality, and fully automated metal 3D printing factory. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! Responsibilities: • Design and implement a horizontally scalable platform that ingests millions of hardware sensor data points per second., • Deliver high-quality data services that enable the machine learning team to access real-time and historical print data., • Develop durable, efficient database solutions for real-time queries and large-scale analytics workloads., • Create and operate data pipelines to collect, transform, and query petabyte-scale sensor and telemetry data., • Write, test, and deploy reliable, maintainable software that improves automation and data quality across the factory ecosystem., • Perform system calibrations, capture quality metrics, and monitor the long-term health and performance of printing systems. Basic Qualifications: • 3+ years of professional experience in software development., • Proficiency writing, deploying, and maintaining performance oriented backend services (preferably C++, Rust, Go, or Java)., • Experience developing robust data pipeline software. Nice to Have: • Degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or related field., • Experience with Arrow, Parquet, Iceberg, Spark, Kafka., • Experience with time series databases, big data warehousing solutions and cloud computing., • Experience with containerized applications and deployment via Kubernetes., • Experience deploying to and working with physical hardware., • Experience working with high-speed high-volume data processing pipelines., • Familiarity with 3D data and graphics., • Creative thinker able to apply first principles reasoning to solve complex problems., • Excellent verbal and written communication skills Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $115,000-$150,000, inclusive of all levels/seniority within this discipline., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job DescriptionSENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (HARDWARE DESIGN) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits. As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Freeform, you will play an integral role in the design and development of custom electronics that bring our advanced metal 3D printing factory systems to life. You will be solving challenging problems in fields such as high performance compute, high speed communications, embedded hardware, motion control, autonomous robots, and much more. You will use a first principles approach to solving problems and tackling new areas within electrical engineering that you may not have directly worked on before. The ideal candidate is capable of running projects from cradle to grave and has the ability to work effectively with other engineering disciplines. 3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology! Responsibilities: • Rapidly design, develop and test highly reliable electronics for metal printing, • Drive electrical architecture, product requirements, component selection, analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, documentation, product management, productization, manufacturing, and test, • Challenge assumptions and learn new design approaches, • Drive component selection, analysis, schematic capture, prototyping, bring-up, debugging, documentation, manufacturing, and test, • Hands-on debugging of the unexpected via the use of laboratory test equipment, custom instrumentation, and testing setups, • Model and simulate circuit designs for analysis and performance Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or similar engineering discipline, • 5+ years of professional experience designing and delivering complex electrical hardware, • Broad electrical engineering background; well versed in electrical engineering fundamentals and comfortable taking a first-principles approach to solving problems, • Experience designing, developing, and testing analog and digital circuits (e.g. generating electrical schematics, analyzing circuits, breadboarding prototypes, designing circuit boards, etc. Nice to Have: • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in electrical engineering, • 8+ years of electronic product experience designing hardware from concept through production; strong emphasis on full life cycle development of new hardware products and not small incremental updates to legacy hardware, • Familiarity with industrial automation technologies and robotics, • Working knowledge of data acquisition systems, • Experience with sensors, embedded microcontroller design and firmware, and FPGA hardware and software development, • Experience with high-speed data acquisition systems, high-accuracy motion systems, high-speed scanning systems, optomechanical assemblies, and complex electromechanical systems Location: * Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country. What We Offer: • We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions., • We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology., • Benefits, • Significant stock option packages, • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options), • Life insurance, • Traditional and Roth 401(k), • Relocation assistance provided, • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays, • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent, • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette, • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events, • Compensation, • Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role., • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $130,000-$200,000. The upper end of the range is reserved for individuals who demonstrate exceptional experience, deep domain mastery, and a proven history of high performance and impact., • Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You'll help build and operate the networks that enable the design, testing, launch, and operation of high-powered satellites. You'll be deeply hands-on – designing, deploying, and supporting resilient network infrastructure across production labs, factories, data centers, and cloud environments. You'll work alongside Engineers pushing the limits of satellite capability, solving complex problems, and evolving our networks to keep pace with rapid iteration and mission-critical demands. As we scale, the systems you build and improve will directly enable faster development, more capable spacecraft, and reliable operations at every stage of the mission. Responsibilities • Design, deploy, and operate enterprise and mission-critical network infrastructure across offices, factories, data centers, and cloud environments, • Provide hands-on support for day-to-day network operations, including troubleshooting connectivity, performance, and availability issues in production environments, • Configure, manage, and maintain firewalls and network security controls, including policy design, rule management, segmentation, and integration with security tooling, • Implement and support routing and switching infrastructure, including VLANs, BGP, OSPF, and high-availability network designs, • Support hybrid and cloud networking environments, including VPNs, site-to-site connectivity, and secure access to cloud resources, • ology rollouts to support growing scale and complexity, • Monitor network performance and health, leveraging logging and observability tools to proactively identify and resolve issues, • Contribute to incident response efforts, performing root-cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence, • Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures, • Support vendor and service provider relationships, including circuit provisioning, troubleshooting, and performance management, • 5+ years of experience in the Networking Architecture and Design, Network Implementation and Network Test Automation, • Foundation in IT network and systems methodology (analysis, design, development, testing, implementation, and post-implementation support), • In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, TCP/IP)., • Experience with logical design models (L2/L3, VPC, VDC, Datacenter Zones, Spanning Tree, VRF, VTP, VLANs, & cabling), • Working technical knowledge of network control protocols (QoS, PfR, PoE, NTP, DHCP), network management protocols (CDP, FTP, TFTP, SNMP) and security protocols (SSH, HTTPS, AAA, IPSec, TrustSec), • Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer science or engineering, • Base salary range for this role is $125,000 – $155,000 and equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will own the success of developing, implementing and testing both R&D and production thermal control systems on the spacecraft. You will be responsible for spearheading the design and verification efforts of active and passive thermal control systems including, but not limited to, pump fluid loops, heat pipes and all of the required ground supporting equipment (test fixtures, diagnostic equipment, instrumentation, software tools etc.). Your work will require familiarity with pressurized systems (valves, pumps, accumulators, heat exchangers), thermo-mechanical instrumentation (temperature sensors, pressure sensors, flow meters etc.), integrated electronics systems, and secondary satellite structures. You will partner with design engineers early on in the process to ensure manufacturability while building the first prototype, design the build flow, and finalize the process for transition to production. Responsibilities • Work with lead engineers to design active and passive thermal control systems using basic heat transfer and mechanical equations to size lines, pumps, accumulators, cold plates etc., • Planning and development of thermal cycle and thermal-vacuum testing campaigns, • Design and development of heater and cooling systems including control architecture, • Setup, commission, and maintain state-of-the-art test stands and instrumentation, • Develop data acquisition systems for active and passive thermal control systems, • Perform tests on novel pump fluid loop including feed systems, power electronics, and hardware-in-the-loop, • Develop testing and control scripts to conduct safe and reliable test campaigns of pump fluid loop and individual components, • Create formal documentation for development and production: test procedures, test reports, and standard operating procedures, • Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical test setups and hardware, • 3+ years of experience with thermal test experience in a high-rate manufacturing environment, • 2+ years of experience with sizing and testing fluid systems including pumps, valves, accumulators, heat exchanger, cold plates etc., • Demonstrated experience with data acquisition for thermal and power related applications, • Experience with test plan development and execution, • Strong experience with thermal and TVAC testing including setup, instrumentation, and troubleshooting, • Experience with basic and statistical data analysis, • Experience with Thermal Desktop for thermal analysis, • Experience with signal conditioning to define optimal acquisition rate and understand when signal-to-noise ratio is not acceptable, • Experience with pumps testing, • Experience with avionics testing, • Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $140,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you don't meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role The Senior Finance Manager – Operations is responsible for financial leadership across manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on manufacturing processes, product costing, and overhead pool management. This role partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Product Management to ensure accurate cost visibility, disciplined financial controls, and data-driven decision-making in a complex manufacturing environment. This role will report to the Head of Finance & Accounting. Responsibilities Manufacturing Finance Leadership • Serve as the primary finance partner to manufacturing operations, providing insight and guidance on cost performance, efficiency, and profitability, • Own the product costing process, including bills of material, labor standards, overhead application, and variance analysis, • Manage manufacturing overhead pools, allocation bases, and rates to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance, • Lead manufacturing budgets, forecasts, and long-range plans, including volume assumptions and cost drivers, • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field, • 7+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, financial modeling, and forecasting, • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, • Knowledge of GAAP accounting rules and their impact on financial modeling and reporting, • Exceptional communication skills to interact with cross-functional teams and ability to articulate complex financial concepts in a simple manner, • Proven ability to perform complex account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial analysis, • Strong leadership skills with a collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality, • MBA or relevant professional certification (CPA, CFA), • Supervisory or managerial experience, • Base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $190,000 and equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role Partnering with design engineers early on in the process, you will ensure manufacturability, build the first prototype, design the build flow and fixturing, and finalize the process for transition to production. You will test out new techniques for manufacturing large satellite structures, harnessing, mechanisms, and integrated electronics systems. In your first 6 months you will develop manufacturing methods and tooling for integrated avionics systems, define manufacturing flows for subsystems, and collaborate with design teams to improve the manufacturability of spacecraft components. In your first year you will implement these advanced manufacturing techniques on flight hardware and transition the technology you develop to production. Responsibilities • Collaborate with design engineers to ensure design for manufacturability for initial design, flight hardware, and tooling, • Develop innovative manufacturing systems for large spacecraft assemblies, including electromechanical sub-assemblies, harnessing, welded/bolted structures, and mechanisms, • Create custom tools and processes to support the manufacturing technologies you create including Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software, • Demonstrate the advanced manufacturing techniques on prototypes, working with the design teams to improve the manufacturability of the designs, • Develop the subassembly build flow and iterate to create an efficient production flow for the satellite, • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline, • 3+ years of experience in a high volume, rapid production environment in a manufacturing, integration, and/or design engineering role, • Demonstrated results with product development and/or process improvements, • Experience setting up a manufacturing/production floor for first article builds, • Experience designing tooling for mechanical subassemblies and electronics, • Experience designing hardware for manufacturability, • Demonstrated experience developing production processes from the ground up including driving design improvements for manufacturing, • Experience working closely with technicians and build tooling, • Experience with aerospace manufacturing standards such as soldering standards, torque specifications, welding standards, and quality assurance standards, • Familiarity with CAD software (NX or equivalent) and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), • Base salary range for this role is $100,000 – $140,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Job Description K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. The rise of heavy-lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance, and we believe this new era demands a fundamentally different class of spacecraft. Engineered to survive the harshest radiation environments and to fully capitalize on today's and tomorrow's massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits. With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we're Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become a Kardashev Type II (K2) civilization. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and you're excited about contributing to the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we'd love for you to apply. The Role We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Digital ASIC Engineer to drive the design and implementation of digital subsystems for advanced wireless SoCs along with managing a team of ASIC design engineers. You will work as part of a collaborative design team developing state-of-the-art mixed-signal SoCs to be hosted on some of the largest, most powerful, rapidly designed and rapidly manufactured satellites ever deployed in space. In this role, you will take ownership of significant digital blocks, lead technical initiatives, and contribute to the development of cutting-edge communication systems for space applications. Responsibilities • Lead and manage a team of digital design engineers, providing technical mentorship, career development, and performance management., • Manage development schedules, track deliverables, and report status to senior leadership and cross-functional teams., • Contribute to design and implementation of microarchitecture and RTL for key digital blocks in wireless SoCs, including DSP systems, interfaces, and control logic., • Collaborate with system architects to translate high-level DSP algorithms and chip specifications into efficient hardware implementations., • Develop RTL for complex digital subsystems such as filters, beamformers, FFT/IFFT engines, and digital front-ends., • Contribute to design and integration of digital blocks for interfaces, power management, clocking, reset, test, and debug infrastructure., • Work with analog/mixed-signal teams to define and implement digital-analog interfaces, calibration engines, and control logic., • Optimize designs for power, performance, and area (PPA) while meeting timing, area, and power constraints., • Collaborate with synthesis and backend teams to achieve timing closure and resolve design issues., • Contribute to verification planning and work closely with verification teams to validate complex digital subsystems., • Participate in chip bring-up and lab validation activities for digital subsystems., • Support products through production and spaceflight operations., • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field., • 10+ years of industry experience in digital ASIC design with ownership of complex digital blocks or subsystems., • 3+ years of experience leading ASIC design teams or projects, including mentoring engineers and managing deliverables., • Strong proficiency in RTL design using SystemVerilog or Verilog, with experience in synthesis and linting tools., • Experience in microarchitecture definition and implementation based on architectural guidelines and analysis., • Hands-on experience with timing closure, working effectively with synthesis and static timing analysis teams., • Familiarity with DFT concepts and tools for scan and BIST insertion., • Solid understanding of SoC design flows including clock/power domain crossing, timing constraints, and verification methodologies., • Experience with DSP blocks for wireless communication systems (e.g., OFDM, MIMO, channel estimation, DFE)., • Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools for design, synthesis, static timing analysis, and power analysis (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence, Siemens tools)., • Experience in wireless SoC development (e.g., cellular, Wi-Fi, satellite, or mmWave systems) with successful tapeouts., • Design experience with datapath architectures, flow control, arbitration, FIFO, DMA, IOMMU, and SoC bus architectures., • Experience with ARM's AXI/AHB bus architectures and protocols, and serial interfaces such as SPI, I3C, UART., • Familiarity with DSP algorithm modeling using MATLAB, Python, or C++ and converting models into RTL implementations., • Experience working with FEC, baseband PHYs, or digital beamforming architectures., • Knowledge of digital calibration and control of RF/mixed-signal front ends., • Exposure to hardware-software co-design and embedded processor integration., • Base salary range for this role is $200,000 – $300,000 + equity in the company, • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know. Export Compliance As defined in the ITAR, "U.S. Persons" include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a "U.S. Person." The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license. Equal Opportunity K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.