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Principal ASIC Package Design Engineer

K2 Space is a Series C space startup building the largest, highest-power satellites for a range of orbits and missions. They are seeking a Principal ASIC Package Design Engineer to own end-to-end package architecture and execution for high-performance FC-BGA and MCM solutions, driving standards, vendor engagement, and first-pass success for power-dense mixed-signal and digital SoCs.

Skills

  • Deep expertise in FC-BGA package design and high-pin-count ASICs
  • Experience with MCM / heterogeneous integration (preferred)
  • Strong SI/PI fundamentals and PDN design experience
  • Thermal management for power-dense packages
  • Familiarity with substrate technologies, materials, and assembly processes
  • Proficiency with SI/PI and EM simulation tools (e.g., SIWave, HFSS, ADS)
  • Experience working directly with OSATs and substrate vendors
  • Knowledge of packaging qualification and test methodologies

Responsibilities

  • Define and own ASIC package architecture for FC-BGA and MCM solutions including substrate stack-up, ball-map strategy, and mechanical constraints.
  • Lead package-level trade studies across cost, performance, SI/PI, thermal, manufacturability, and reliability.
  • Drive PDN strategy, signal breakout, escape routing, impedance control, and decoupling plans for high-pin-count devices.
  • Develop thermal architecture at the package level including lids, TIMs, heat spreaders, and mechanical interfaces to system cooling.
  • Partner with silicon, RF, and systems teams to co-optimize die floorplans and package interfaces.
  • Establish organizational package design standards, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Act as primary technical interface to substrate vendors, assembly houses, and OSATs and lead material and process selection.
  • Lead qualification and manufacturing readiness efforts through production ramp.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (required)
  • Master’s or PhD in relevant discipline (preferred)

Benefits

  • Base salary range $200,000–$280,000 plus equity
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave
  • Life insurance and other standard benefits
  • Equity participation in a high-growth Series C startup
  • Opportunities for career growth and impact on first-of-kind satellite platforms
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