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Overview

K2 is a groundbreaking Series C space startup focused on building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, with significant backing and contracts. The Solar Production Technician will be crucial in the fabrication, assembly, and testing of satellite solar array hardware.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and build solar array blankets, including module welding, bonding, and integration of electrical hardware.
  • Perform mechanical assembly of solar array support hardware, fixtures, and sub-assemblies.
  • Operate light fabrication equipment and tools including welders, presses, cutters, crimpers, torque tools, drills, rivet guns, and custom tooling.
  • Follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing procedures, performing all work in the MES system.
  • Provide hands-on support to the module SMT line as needed, operating SMT equipment and assisting with module testing.
  • Perform functional testing of components and assemblies.
  • Provide consistent process improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • 2+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions.
  • Demonstrate high level of ownership and problem-solving abilities.
  • Able to set up and use a torque wrench and other hand tools.
  • Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, continuity testing.
  • Ability to adapt to changing work assignments under tight deadlines.

Benefits

  • Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $24–$35 + equity in the company.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks.

Additional Information

  • 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.
  • Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.

Benefits

Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $24–$35 + equity in the company
Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks
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How this job compares in Los Angeles, CA

Pay in context

At roughly $30/hr, this posting comes in about 26% below the $40/hr median for welding jobs in Los Angeles, CA, where the middle half runs $31–$57/hr across 73 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 25% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. That gap is worth raising directly — in a market this size there is normally room to negotiate toward the median, particularly if you already hold the certifications the posting asks for.

The local market in Los Angeles, CA

We're tracking 101 other active welding openings in Los Angeles, CA right now, from 61 different employers. 51 of them were added in the last week. Across California as a whole we're tracking 627 other active welding openings from 306 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Los Angeles, or widen the search to California.

K2 Space Corporation currently has 5 other openings live in California, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in California at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are SpaceX (31), Aerotek (16), and Volt (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within California, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Redondo Beach at $51/hr, Santa Ana at $48/hr, and Long Beach at $40/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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