K2 Space Corporation Benefits Overview

Own spacecraft navigation and sensing systems from hardware integration through estimation algorithms and flight software. Responsibilities include developing orbit and attitude filters, high-altitude GNSS capability, sensor calibration, timing accuracy, sensor modeling, simulation, production flight software, acceptance testing, and on-orbit operations. The role also supports launches, hardware investigations, team recruiting, interviewing, and mentoring.

Designs and implements spacecraft guidance, navigation, and control algorithms, with emphasis on low-thrust trajectory optimization, orbit determination, station keeping, and mission planning. Develops simulation and modeling tools, converts optimized trajectories into burn plans, supports autonomous spacecraft operations, and contributes to missions spanning Earth orbit, cislunar space, and Mars. The role also involves trade studies, constellation design support, recruiting, interviewing, and mentoring engineers.

Partner with leaders and employees across the full employee lifecycle, providing HR guidance, coaching, and employee relations support. Develop and implement compliant HR policies and programs, manage investigations, ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws, and support engagement, retention, diversity, and workforce development initiatives. The role focuses heavily on California labor law, hourly workforce practices, FLSA compliance, and helping scale the HR function in a growing aerospace startup.