Drimva

K2 Space

Solar Production Technician

Los Angeles, CA +1 · Full-time · Posted Mar 4, 2026

Location
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles
Experience
2+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent
Visa sponsorship
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 job

Fabricate, assemble, and test Mega-Class satellite solar array hardware, with occasional support for the module SMT line.

What you'll do

  • Build solar array blankets, including welding, bonding, and electrical hardware integration; assemble support hardware and sub-assemblies.
  • Operate fabrication tools and equipment, follow work instructions in the MES system, and perform functional testing.
  • Support the SMT line as needed and provide process-improvement feedback to engineering and production leadership.

What they ask for

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to read and follow work instructions and use a torque wrench and other hand tools.
  • Experience performing crimping, wire stripping, and continuity testing.
  • Ability to adapt to changing assignments under tight deadlines; meet stated physical and schedule requirements.

Nice to have

  • Experience in a fast-paced production development environment.
  • Experience with in-space electro-mechanical assemblies or aircraft/airframe.

Pay

$30 – $40 USD per hour (base pay)

Tools

MES system, SMT equipment, torque tools, crimpers, cutters, presses, drills, rivet guns

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First seen Oct 29, 2026 · Last verified Nov 5, 2026 (UTC)