K2 Space

Overview

K2 Space builds high-power, large satellite platforms that carry heavier payloads and support applications including space communications, laser communications, missile defense, and space computing.

Part of the Seattle ecosystem

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Timeline

1. Jul 2026Funding Roundaol.com ↗

   $500M growth round.

2. Feb 2026Funding Roundtechcrunch.com ↗

   Series C; Mega-class satellite bus production scale-up.

3. Jun 2025Funding Roundk2space.com ↗

   High-power megasatellite platform; first Mark II launching 2025.