Avionics Test Hardware Development Engineer at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Satellite CommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent technical degree
A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
Comfort with ambiguity and turning high-level requirements into clear design/test objectives
Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, eloads, etc.)
Experience with debugging circuits with embedded software, from oscilloscope to scripting
A passion for prototyping - designing PCBAs, 3D printing enclosures, etc
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Responsibilities

Develop and design automated hardware design to validate electronic flight hardware
Design PCBA's to interface with flight hardware
Review all avionics flight hardware to ensure sufficient DFT (design-for-test)
Write software in Python to control bench equipment, devices under test, and other test hardware
Work closely with the design team to provide feedback and insight through qualification and acceptance process
Design, build, and support test infrastructure for hardware-in-the-loop tests

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonPCB DesignPCBADesign for Test (DFT)Avionics TestingHardware-in-the-LoopAutomated Test EquipmentTest Hardware Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation package for this role?

All positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits, with base pay as one component, along with incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, and 401(K).

Is this position remote or on-site?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the required skills for this role?

Requirements include a B.S. or M.S. in electrical or computer engineering, hands-on experience with electrical test equipment like multimeters and oscilloscopes, experience debugging circuits with embedded software, comfort with ambiguity, and a passion for hardware development and prototyping.

What is the work environment like at Astranis?

Astranis employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs in a fast-paced environment at its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, focusing on designing, building, and operating satellites.

Do I need to meet all the requirements to apply?

No, you don't need to meet all the criteria; the company encourages applicants to apply even if they do not meet every requirement.

Astranis

Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites

About Astranis

Astranis develops and deploys spacecraft for Geostationary Orbit, focusing on providing internet connectivity to the 4 billion people worldwide without access. The company designs, manufactures, and operates low-cost telecommunications satellites, offering bandwidth-as-a-service to commercial and government customers. This approach allows Astranis to deliver services at a lower cost than traditional providers, making it appealing for reaching new markets. With over $1 billion in satellite services sold in the past two years and plans for additional satellite launches, Astranis is positioned for growth. The company's goal is to bridge the digital divide and connect underserved populations globally.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2015Year Founded

$587.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Aerospace, DefenseIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

An equity stake in the company.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Unlimited vacation days.

Healthy, delicious, free lunch catered in every day.

Complementary OneMedical membership.

Great office chairs, stand-up desks, and a machine shop.

Reimbursement to spend on commuting from outside SF

Generous, fully-paid parental leave.

Risks

Competition from SpaceX's Starlink and Amazon's Project Kuiper may impact market share.

Continuous R&D investment needed due to rapid technological advancements in satellite tech.

Regulatory challenges in obtaining spectrum licenses could delay satellite deployments.

Differentiation

Astranis offers low-cost satellite solutions for underserved regions, expanding internet access.

The company provides bandwidth-as-a-service, reducing costs for commercial and government clients.

Astranis designs, manufactures, and operates its own satellites, ensuring end-to-end service control.

Upsides

Astranis plans to launch 100 MicroGEO satellites by 2030, increasing market share.

Partnership with Xona Space Systems enhances reputation in the defense sector.

$50 million investment from NTT Docomo Ventures indicates strong investor confidence.

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