Communications Strategist at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Aerospace, Satellite Communications, Space TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Exceptional writing and storytelling skills; you can make technical topics readable and relatable
5+ years of experience in content, journalism, marketing, social, or a related creative field
Curiosity about science, technology, and how things work
Strong digital instincts: you understand how content is shared online and have experience creating stories that spread
Self-starter who’s comfortable learning new domains quickly and working independently

Responsibilities

Write compelling stories about Astranis’s people, missions, and technology for multiple formats: blog posts, press notes, social threads, scripts, and speeches
Help shape the company’s voice and tone across earned and owned channels
Identify new media opportunities: podcasts, newsletters, influencers, YouTubers, and emerging platforms that align with Astranis’s mission
Lead traditional PR efforts (press outreach, interview prep, media monitoring) while experimenting with new ways to earn attention
Collaborate with Engineers, Sales people, and Marketers to translate complex technical updates and data into human, interesting stories
Track what’s working in culture and media, and bring that thinking into Astranis’s storytelling
Oversee product launch, company wins, and event-related communications
Work with an agency / contractors to amplify our messages
Monitor, measure, and report comms performance

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

StorytellingWritingPRPress OutreachSocial MediaContent CreationMedia RelationsPodcastsBloggingSpeechwriting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Communications Strategist role?

Candidates need 5+ years of experience in content, journalism, marketing, social, or a related creative field.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Exceptional writing and storytelling skills to make technical topics readable and relatable, strong digital instincts for creating shareable content online, and curiosity about science and technology are essential.

Is this a remote position or does it require working in the office?

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 makes a strong candidate for the Communications Strategist position?

A self-starter with exceptional writing skills, 5+ years in a creative field, curiosity about technology, and strong digital instincts who can work independently and collaborate across teams stands out.

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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