Spacecraft Paint Technician

1 hour, 35 minutes ago
Full-time
Mid Level
Operations

K2 Space Corporation

K2 Space builds high-powered satellite platforms and satellite buses for missions across LEO, MEO, and GEO, emphasizing higher payload power, large payload mass, vertical integration, and in-house manufacturing.

Defense and Space Manufacturing
51-200
Founded 2022
$180M raised

Description

  • Apply aerospace-grade coatings to flight hardware using HVLP spray, conventional spray, brush, dip, and other specialized processes.
  • Prepare and treat hardware surfaces through sanding, masking, stripping, abrasion, and precision cleaning.
  • Mix, verify, and track coating materials in the MES system, including ratios, viscosity, expiration, and batch traceability.
  • Inspect coating thickness, coverage, and tolerances, and perform touch-ups as needed.
  • Ensure all work complies with engineering drawings, specifications, and procedure work instructions.
  • Support setup of the paint and coatings workcenter, including equipment, process development, and workflow.
  • Move and handle hardware safely while supporting inventory and maintaining accurate documentation.
  • Work with engineering on R&D efforts to develop and improve coating processes.
  • Support additional production and development operations across the manufacturing floor.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent certification.
  • 4+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Experience working with engineering teams in development and production environments.
  • Demonstrated high level of ownership and problem-solving ability.
  • Experience working with FOD, ESD-sensitive hardware, and clean room requirements.
  • Strong computer skills, including familiarity with the full suite of Microsoft Office products.
  • Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing environments.
  • Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
  • Ability to read mechanical and engineering drawings and interpret tolerances, including GD&T.
  • Must be able to perform repetitive physical tasks, stand for extended periods, and lift and carry parts or equipment up to 50 lbs unassisted.
  • Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed.
  • U.S. person status or eligibility for a federally issued export control license, due to ITAR-controlled access.

Benefits

  • Hourly pay range of $25–$35 plus equity in the company.
  • Compensation based on knowledge, skills, education, and experience level.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Paid time off.
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Additional perks and company benefits.

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