PCB Layout Engineer at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, SpaceIndustries

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent technical degree
2+ years experience with PCB layout and routing
Familiarity with Altium or similar design tools
Experience with IPC standards (Class 2/3, IPC-A-610, IPC-7351)

Responsibilities

Placement and Routing of high reliability Printed Circuit Board (PCB) designs, with schematic and layout input from design engineers
Routing of power, high speed digital, RF, and analog PCB designs
Support librarian in creating and reviewing schematic symbols and footprints from datasheets and 3D models
Own design standards, templates, release procedures and interface to PLM system
Interface with PCB manufacturing team and external fabrication and assembly vendors to assess technical capabilities, design stackups and implement design for manufacturing (DFM)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PCB LayoutPlacement and RoutingPower RoutingHigh Speed Digital RoutingRF RoutingAnalog RoutingSchematic SymbolsPCB Footprints3D ModelsDFMStackup DesignPLM

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is included in the compensation package for this role?

The compensation package includes equity, base pay, incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free benefits.

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

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the required qualifications for the PCB Layout Engineer role?

Candidates need a B.S. or M.S. in electrical or computer engineering or equivalent, 2+ years of experience with PCB layout and routing, familiarity with Altium or similar tools, and experience with IPC standards like Class 2/3, IPC-A-610, and IPC-7351.

What is the work environment like at Astranis?

Astranis employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs and designs, builds, and operates satellites from its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California.

Do I need to meet all the requirements to apply for this position?

No, you should apply even if you do not meet all the criteria.

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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