Program Scheduler

Program SchedulerLos Angeles, CAK2 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 RoleCan you bring order to chaos and keep programs on track when the stakes are sky-high? We're looking for a Program Scheduler to architect and maintain end-to-end development timelines across diverse projects – from initial concept studies to on-orbit testing. You will operate across engineering, operations, and production teams to create detailed program plans and scalable solutions to drive execution for multiple programs. This role uniquely spans both government and commercial efforts, requiring a dynamic approach to planning across multiple priorities and stakeholders.You'll collaborate with technical leads and program managers to track milestones, flag risks, and keep delivery aligned with aggressive schedules. This role demands both strategic insight and hands-on execution, coordinating non-recurring engineering, spacecraft builds, ground infrastructure, software development, and launch operations. If you're energized by solving complex scheduling puzzles and want to help shape the future of National Security and commercial space, this is your mission.ResponsibilitiesOwn and drive master schedules for new satellite programs from inception through launch and on-orbit operationsDevelop, communicate, and deliver clear, data-driven critical path schedules and progress updates to internal teams and customersCollaborate with engineering, operations, and production teams to assure alignment to ground truth milestonesRapidly assess new and ongoing projects, identify required dependencies from internal and external stakeholdersGain deep operational insight into K2's engineering, manufacturing, and launch workflows to drive accurate schedules and process improvementsLead fast-paced, high impact reviews as needed to keep plans current and actionableBuild schedule tools and reports to enable time-relevant decision-makingProactively monitor engineering data sources to enable more accurate schedulesQualificationsBachelor's degree in business, engineering, finance, operations management, or a related field3+ years of experience with project planning and integrated master schedulingExperience integrating schedules within the same tool, and from third parties and various data sourcesExperience with Smartsheet, MS Project, Primavera, and/or other similar-to schedule applications or processesNice to HaveExperience working in a fast-paced environment with cross-functional engineering and operations teams, familiarity with the engineering development life cycleExperience with first-of engineering projects and scaled production effortsUnderstanding of critical path analysis, schedules risk analysis, health metrics, and work breakdown structuresAbility to support concurrent projects, executing with clear guidance and operating in ambiguity, connecting pieces of the puzzle and raising issues before they ariseExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with extreme attention to detailExperience with summary schedule reporting tools such as Microsoft Timeline or equivalentAbility to set the appropriate cadence for updates, and pivot when necessaryAdditional RequirementsActive Top Secret or Top Secret SCI clearance preferred; willing to pursue and maintain a clearance if not already clearedAbility to work irregular business hours to support proposals or critical project timelinesCompensation and BenefitsBase salary range for this role is $110,000 - $160,000 + equity in the companySalary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience levelComprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perksIf 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.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.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.