Communications Director at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Satellite Communications, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

10+ years of communications, public relations, or corporate affairs experience in a complex, technical, or regulated environment
Proven ability to translate technical or engineering-heavy content into compelling narratives and media stories
Strong media relations track record with trade, business, or technology press
Experience selecting, evaluating, and managing external agency partnerships
Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally (Engineering, Sales, Leadership) in a fast-paced scaling environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and executive presence
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to shift quickly in high-growth, mission-driven companies

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a proactive communications strategy aligned with Astranis’s commercial launches, government wins, and brand growth
Build and maintain media lists (trade, business, tech), secure placements, and coordinate executive interviews and speaking engagements
Be the owner of crisis and rapid-response communications: monitor narratives, prepare contingency plans, brief leadership, and manage stakeholder comms during incidents
Craft compelling narratives and content: press releases, bylines, newsjacking, and social and owned campaigns that turn technical innovation into accessible, compelling stories
Oversee product launch, company wins, and event-related communications
Manage agency / contractors and build the internal team long-term
Monitor, measure, and report communications performance

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

media relationscrisis communicationscommunications strategypress releasesexecutive interviewsspeaking engagementsnarrative developmentsocial media campaignsstakeholder communicationsagency management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Communications Director role?

Candidates need 10+ years of communications, public relations, or corporate affairs experience in a complex, technical, or regulated environment, with proven ability to translate technical content into compelling narratives, strong media relations, agency management experience, cross-functional partnership skills, excellent communication, and comfort with ambiguity.

Is the Communications Director position remote or onsite?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the Communications Director role involve in terms of team management?

This is a player-coach role where you'll manage agencies and contractors while building an in-house team as the company scales.

What makes a strong candidate for the Communications Director position?

A strong candidate has 10+ years in communications in technical or regulated fields, excels at turning engineering content into stories, has a solid media track record, agency management experience, cross-functional collaboration skills, and thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments; aerospace or defense experience is a bonus.

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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