Senior Avionics PCBA Technician Los Angeles, CA

K2 is building the largest and highest‑power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by $450M from leading investors—including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others—plus an additional $500M in signed contracts with commercial and U.S. government customers, we’re mass‑producing the highest‑power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space.

The rise of heavy‑lift launch vehicles is shifting the industry from an era of mass constraint to one of mass abundance. 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 massive rockets, K2 satellites deliver unmatched capability at constellation scale and across multiple orbits.

With multiple launches planned through 2026 and 2027, we’re Building Bigger to develop the solar system and become 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 a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we’d love for you to apply.

You will play a key role in the development and production of the avionics systems for the K2 Mega‑class satellite platform. This position requires deep technical expertise in reworking high‑reliability PCBAs, collaborating closely with Design and Test Engineers, and supporting avionics testing infrastructure and flight builds. You will also support wire harness fabrication as needed to help support the wider team.

• Perform precision hand soldering and rework of printed circuit boards (PCBs), including removal and replacement of 0402 and smaller SMT components using hot air, micro‑soldering, and reflow techniques.
• Hand‑solder (population/depopulation) Bottom Termination Components (BTC).
• Modify traces or pads and run jumper wire on PCB.
• Support subassemblies and fabricate test harnesses for avionics testing.
• Perform component kitting from inventory as needed.
• Support hardware troubleshooting with Engineering teams to resolve board failures and design updates.
• Maintain ESD‑safe practices at all times when handling electronics.
• Provide training to other technicians to help scale production across development and flight.
• Provide consistent process improvement feedback to Engineering and Production Leadership.

• 5+ years of experience soldering electronic components for PCBAs.
• Proficiency with basic tools: soldering irons, hot air tools, and component handling for 0201, 0402, and BGA/QFN packages.
• Experience with reballing and reworking fine‑pitch BGAs.
• Demonstrated ability to rework and repair complex assemblies to IPC‑7711/7721 standards.
• Experience building and inspecting flight‑quality cable and harness assemblies.
• Ability to follow schematics, work instructions, and drawings with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with ESD requirements for components and PCB/PCBAs.
• Demonstrated high level of ownership and problem‑solving skills.

• IPC‑A‑610, IPC‑A‑620, IPC‑7711/7721, J‑STD‑001, NASA‑STD‑8739.3 knowledge.
• Experience fabricating harnesses from assembly drawings and schematics.
• Ability to read, review, and redline electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with various potting and encapsulation techniques.
• Previous experience supporting environmental or functional testing of avionics assemblies.
• Strong communication skills with ability to communicate hardware and systems problems.

• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, crawl, and sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs. unassisted.

• Hourly pay range for this non‑exempt role is $38 – $48 + equity in the company.
• Compensation will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance,…