Power Electronics Engineer at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Aerospace, Space, SatellitesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
0-6 years of experience
A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
Experience with Altium or similar PCB design software
Experience in designing, building, and testing analog and digital circuits
Power electronics experience
PCB design experience
US Citizenship or Green Card

Responsibilities

Design kW-level power systems for our satellites
Manage and control key components such as solar panel arrays, power regulation and distribution, and high-density batteries
Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Power ElectronicsPCB DesignAltiumAnalog CircuitsDigital CircuitsSolar PanelsMPPTLi-ion BatteriesBattery Management SystemsMagneticsPhotovoltaics

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position based in the San Francisco office.

What is the salary for this Power Electronics Engineer role?

Salary is not specified in the job description.

What are the required skills and qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, 0-6 years of experience, passion for hardware development in fast-paced environments, experience with Altium or similar PCB design software, designing/building/testing analog and digital circuits, power electronics, PCB design, and US Citizenship or Green Card.

What is the company culture like at Astranis?

Astranis features a passionate, collaborative team of over 400 world-class engineers working out of a legendary San Francisco office, offering a rewarding environment to learn and make significant impact.

What benefits are offered for this position?

The compensation package includes equity and robust benefits, with base pay as one component of the total rewards.

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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