# Senior Electro-Mechanical Test Engineer at K2 Space

- Company: K2 Space
- What the company does: Building the largest satellites in orbit. Ultra-powerful, scalable platforms engineered for LEO, MEO, GEO and cislunar missions. Explore the next-generation of satellites. Backed by Kleiner Perkins, First Round and ICONIQ.
- Company website: https://www.k2space.com/#
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $140K to $175K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-21
- Apply by: 2026-11-05
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/k2spacecorporation/jobs/5430838008
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/k2-space-senior-electro-mechanical-test-engineer/

## About the role

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.

## What they're looking for

- Own kickoff, design, fabrication, build, activation, data collection, and conclusion/results for both development tests and production testing at rate
- Design test hardware, fixturing, and tooling using CAD, schematic tools, electrical analysis, and hand calculations
- Demonstrate best practices for activating test assets, operating test equipment, instrumentation, and executing tests in a safe and organized manner
- Troubleshoot performance issues and recommend solutions during test campaigns and production buildout
- Clearly communicate technical data, findings, and recommendations to team members across all levels of the organization
- Lead improvements to testing standards with company-wide impact by creating tools, methods, and processes

Tags: Mechanical