Senior Supply Chain Compliance Manager

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by over $1 billion in total funding from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, ICONIQ, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, and T. Rowe Price — and with over $1 billion 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 in 2027 and plans to scale to 100 satellites a year, we're Building Bigger — helping develop the solar system and build toward 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 high-growth Series D-funded company, we'd love for you to apply. The Role You will design, build, and own the compliance program for K2 Space’s supply chain. You will be the subject matter expert in supply chain compliance best practices for space hardware, building a compliant, resilient supply base that gives us a competitive advantage, owning compliance readiness so programs stay on track for build and delivery targets, and coaching team members to work to the same high standards. Key skills include a deep understanding of export controls (ITAR/EAR), government contract flowdowns (FAR/DFARS), counterfeit parts prevention, and supplier compliance qualification requirements, plus the ability to turn complex regulations into practical processes the team can follow. You will work closely with procurement, quality, legal, engineering, programs and external suppliers to deliver hardware that meets cost, schedule, quality and regulatory requirements for our company-critical missions. Responsibilities

Build and maintain the supply chain compliance program, including policies, procedures, training and audit processes that scale with the company

Partner with procurement and supplier development engineering to onboard suppliers, verify compliance, and maintain records

Maintain supplier templates, onboarding documentation, supplier questionnaires, and procurement compliance forms

Ensure procurement transactions comply with company purchasing policies

Review and ensure correct application of standard Purchase Order Terms & Conditions, quality clauses, shipping requirements, and procurement language

Manage export control compliance in the supply chain, including ITAR/EAR requirements for technical data sharing, supplier eligibility and international sourcing

Build compliance metrics and reporting that give leadership clear visibility into supply chain risk and program readiness

Support proposal activities by providing supplier compliance information, approved supplier data, sourcing inputs, and procurement compliance documentation

Act as the compliance partner for procurement, quality, legal, engineering and programs on sourcing and supplier decisions

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Law, or a related field

5+ years of experience in supply chain compliance management in aerospace and defense

Strong working knowledge of ITAR, EAR, FAR and DFARS as they apply to procurement and suppliers

Experience building or scaling compliance programs, including writing policies, procedures and training

Experience with counterfeit parts prevention, supplier qualification and contract flowdown management

Experience leading supplier audits, risk assessments and corrective action processes

Strong attention to detail and the ability to turn complex regulations into clear, practical guidance

Clear communication skills, with the ability to influence suppliers and internal teams at all levels.

Nice to Have

Experience supporting DCMA, DCAA or prime contractor audits

Experience in the space industry or with satellite or launch vehicle programs

Experience at a startup or fast-growing company where you built compliance processes from scratch

Comfort working in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with high ownership and little structure

Compensation and Benefits:

Base salary range for this role is $130,000 - $165,000 + equity in the company

Salary 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