Avionics HITL & Test Technician at K2 Space

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Space TechnologyIndustries

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
Demonstrated skill and proficiency in soldering and crimping as well as assembling cable harnesses and connectors
Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed
Must be able to stoop, bend

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
Assist design engineering throughout the hardware development and pre-production stages by supporting specification development, component assembly and process validation testing
Work autonomously and coordinate cross-functionally with various engineering and technician team to meet high pace schedule and quality requirements
Successfully use an array of hand, power, and pneumatic mechanical tools to build fixtures, interfacing panels, and tooling assemblies

Skills

Avionics

Hardware-In-The-Loop

Wire Harnessing

Test Rack Fabrication

Load Simulators

Electrical Assembly

HITL Testing

Satellite Subsystems

K2 Space

Manufactures cost-effective high-capability satellite buses

About K2 Space

K2 Space manufactures and sells satellite buses, which are the main structures and systems of satellites, excluding the payload. Their products allow clients to create customized satellites for various missions, including scientific research, commercial communication, and defense. K2 Space's approach breaks the traditional link between satellite size and cost, enabling the deployment of large, high-capability satellites at lower prices. This is achieved by leveraging advanced satellite technology and a team with experience from top aerospace companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin. K2 Space aims to make space missions more accessible by providing affordable satellite solutions, thus expanding opportunities for exploration and development in the aerospace sector.

West Hollywood, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2022Year Founded

$66.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

AerospaceIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from established companies like SpaceX threatens K2 Space's market share.

Reliance on venture capital funding may lead to financial instability if interest wanes.

Potential delays in launching their first Mega satellite could impact reputation and trust.

Differentiation

K2 Space offers high-capability satellite buses at a fraction of traditional costs.

The company breaks the historical correlation between satellite mass and cost.

K2 Space's team includes veterans from leading aerospace companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin.

Upsides

K2 Space secured a $60M contract from the U.S. Space Force for satellite missions.

The company raised $50M to build Mega Class satellites, boosting its financial position.

Growing demand for satellite-based internet services expands K2 Space's market reach.

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