Principal Hardware Reliability Engineer at K2 Space

K2 Space is hiring a Reliability Engineer to own spacecraft reliability requirements, models, and allocations across vehicle and constellation programs. The role develops HALT/HASS and reliability-growth programs, Weibull and Kaplan-Meier analyses, accelerated failure-time and degradation models, Monte Carlo and probabilistic risk assessments, FRACAS, and telemetry-based observability. Responsibilities include root-cause investigations, requirements flow-down, cross-functional collaboration, mentorship, and advising leadership on reliability strategy. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering or materials science discipline and at least 8 years of experience in reliability engineering, hardware testing, failure analysis, or related high-reliability fields. Compensation is $185,000–$220,000 plus equity, with medical, dental, and vision coverage.