<div class="content-intro"><p data-renderer-start-pos="41">K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by over $1 billion in total funding from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, ICONIQ, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, and T. Rowe Price — and with over $1 billion 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.</p> <p data-renderer-start-pos="570">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.</p> <p data-renderer-start-pos="994">With multiple launches in 2027 and plans to scale to 100 satellites a year, we're Building Bigger — helping develop the solar system and build toward 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 high-growth Series D-funded company, we'd love for you to apply.</p></div><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">The Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">You will support the fabrication and assembly of optical subsystems, production tooling, and generate hardware performance records. This role will support manufacturing and development of the K2 Mega-class satellite and future generations of the spacecraft. The ideal candidate possesses advanced mechanical skills, </span><span data-contrast="auto">will seek ownership over quality and reliability, is meticulous and tenacious,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> and is familiar with the handling and testing of optical components. A strong background in optical manufacturing, R&D and testing is desired.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Partner directly with design engineering throughout the hardware development and pre-production stages, supporting component assembly and validation testing</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Perform precision inspection, cleaning, bonding, and troubleshooting of optical components to exacting tolerances</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Operate precision tooling including microscopes, adhesive dispensing systems, UV curing equipment, and optical alignment tooling to support next-generation hardware</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":240}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Execute work from verbal instructions, engineering drawings, and technical procedures with minimal supervision, adapting quickly as designs evolve</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Build, align, integrate, test, and maintain optical systems — including delicate freespace optics and mechanics, thermal management hardware, and fiber optic assemblies </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Own test setup, execution, and data reporting, ensuring accuracy and traceability across all builds </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Maintain ground support equipment performance and calibration</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Champion laser safety and cleanliness standards on the production floor, holding yourself and the team accountable to the highest standards</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Practice 5S principles of organizing and sustaining an efficient and presentable workspace </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Thrive in fast paced/ all-hands-on-deck production environment, jumping in wherever needed to hit mission timelines</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":240}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":720,"335559739":240}"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Qualifications</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">5+ years of experience assembling, integrating, and testing optical hardware or adjacent hardware (ie: technical hardware utilizing optical sensors, fibers, sources, or high-resolution mechanisms)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240}">&nbs