Material Handler & Inventory Specialist

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K2 Space is seeking a Material Handler & Inventory Specialist in Los Angeles to stand up receiving, inventory and shipping operations as the company builds its first Mega class satellite. You’ll work with production to ensure the right hardware arrives when needed, manage kitting for internal and external suppliers, transact receipts in the ERP system, and support loading and shipping. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in receiving or inventory, forklift or related equipment experience, ERP/MES familiarity, and exposure to aerospace, automotive, or semiconductor environments with ITAR and ESD knowledge. Be prepared for extended hours and lifting up to 50 lbs; compensation ranges from $25 to $35 per hour plus equity, with full benefits. Tailor your resume to highlight ITAR, ERP, kitting, cycle counts, and a proven ability to work safely and independently in a fast paced setting.

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 – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US 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, and 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 and tomorrow’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 the success of a groundbreaking Series C space startup, we’d love for you to apply. 

The Role   

You will be responsible for standing up the receiving, inventory and shipping operations as we prepare to build our first Mega class satellite. You will work closely with the production technicians, ensuring the right hardware arrives to the production line when it is needed for integration. Your day-to-day operations will include: managing all receiving operations and working closely with our delivery drivers, kitting hardware for our production line and for outside processing, and shipping hardware to a number of our suppliers.  

Responsibilities  

• Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying paperwork  
• Check for damage and confirm correct part numbers, quantities and revisions 
• Receive all materials/packages and transact receipt in the ERP receiving system 
• Acknowledge and take receipt of all incoming materials and packages, identify receipt in ERP then transport to receiving inspection, stockroom or identified buyer/requestor 
• Verify that all materials are packaged and banded for transport, and assist with loading and unloading of trucks 
• Operate material handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts 
• Perform kitting operations for internal customers and external suppliers 
• Perform cycle counts and reconcile incorrect system records with actual physical inventory 
• Support shipping operations by organizing pickups, packaging, and loading 

Qualifications  

• 3+ years of receiving, shipping, and/or inventory experience  
• Experience operating a forklift, scissor lift, or cherry picker  
• Experience with and understanding of inventory and kitting processes 
• Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields 
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for tracking inventory and inspection results 
• Knowledge of ESD handling procedures and ITAR compliance requirements 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment 

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks such as bending or twisting, grasping, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, carrying
• Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed to meet critical deadlines 
• 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
• Forklift certification 

Compensation and Benefits  

• Hourly range for this non-exempt role is $25 – $35 per hour + 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, paid parental leave, and many other perks 

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged!

If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

Export Compliance

As defined in the ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a “U.S. Person.”

The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.

Equal Opportunity

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.