Earth Stations Engineer at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Satellite Communications, TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

1-3 years experience with earth station hardware and wireless communications (preferably satcom)
Experience using RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer and signal generator) and debugging RF components
Strong project management skills, detail oriented, organized, and able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency
Willing to travel 20% of the time
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Enjoy a fast paced environment and wearing many hats
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Responsibilities

Site selection planning, component procurement, and build instructions
Interface with multiple disciplines including; mission operations, avionics, RF, logistics, suppliers, external partners, and manufacturing
Oversee production, testing, quality control, and shipment logistics of ground station support hardware
Maintain asset documentation and preventative maintenance plans
Design and build ground station communication systems through all stages of development (site survey, system design review, hardware selection, hardware integration, end-to-end testing and activation)
Iterate system design to improve efficiency, speed, and scalability
Debugging equipment in the lab and in the field
Supporting the design, integration, and test of earth stations in the lab and in the field (RF/Antenna and indoor digital equipment like modems, SDRs)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

RFAntennasModemsSDRsSatellite CommunicationsWireless CommunicationsHardware IntegrationSystem TestingSite SurveyDebuggingAvionics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location requirement for this role?

The role requires working out of the San Francisco office.

What compensation is offered for this position?

All positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits, with base pay as one component that may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options and high quality benefits.

What are the key requirements for the Earth Stations Engineer role?

Requirements include 1-3 years experience with earth station hardware and wireless communications (preferably satcom), experience using RF test equipment like spectrum analyzer and signal generator, strong project management skills, willingness to travel 20% of the time, and excellent communication skills.

What is the company culture like at Astranis?

Astranis has a passionate, collaborative team in a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, with a fast-paced setting and a legendary San Francisco office.

What makes a strong candidate for this Earth Stations Engineer position?

Strong candidates have 1-3 years of earth station and satcom experience, RF debugging skills, project management abilities, comfort in fast-paced environments, and bonus qualifications like a Bachelor's degree, networking familiarity, Python scripting, or logistics experience.

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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