Welder & Fabrication Technician

The role

You will help set up, operate, and optimize the K2 Space development shop. You will support development projects by fabricating tooling and ground support equipment alongside engineering teams.

What you will do

• Support the establishment of the K2 Space Development shop
• Perform Class A weld quality including TIG, MIG, and other specialized welding processes
• Process sheet metal utilizing water jet cutting and various other machine tools
• Operate a wide variety of fabrication equipment
• Troubleshoot issues with equipment and perform preventative maintenance
• Identify and self-start projects to improve program success
• Inspect finished products to ensure quality standards
• Communicate with engineering teams and leadership
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment
• Provide process improvement ideas and design feedback

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Class A TIG/MIG welding and thin sheet metal
• 5+ years of experience with sheet metal fabrication and forming experience
• Strong proficiency in GD&T tolerances and technical drawing interpretation
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• 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 equipment
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted

Nice to have

• Experience working in a space hardware development program
• Experience working in a high-pace development environment with ability to adapt to short production schedules
• Operate with a high sense of urgency, with strong attention to detail and strong communication skills

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical/dental/vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license

About the company

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown. They are mass-producing high-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.