Senior Electrical Engineer — High Voltage Power Electronics at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, SpaceIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
6+ years of experience
A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
Experience working with, designing for, and testing high voltage components and systems
Experience in designing, building, and testing analog and digital circuits
Experience in designing DC-DC power converters
Experience with PCB thermal considerations
Mastery of electrical CAD (Altium preferred, but not required)
Experience with electromagnetic field modeling software
Experience with magnetics in power electronics

Responsibilities

High voltage analysis, design, and test including transformer design, PCB design, and component selection
Technical ownership of design of kW-level power systems for satellites
Manage and control key components such as solar panel arrays, power regulation and distribution, power processing and power conditioning
Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to the rapidly-growing team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Power ElectronicsHigh Voltage DesignElectric Field AnalysisPartial Discharge TestingCreepage and ClearanceInsulation SystemsSchematic DesignPCB LayoutBoard Bring-upDebuggingSimulationsThermal Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience level is required for this Senior Electrical Engineer role?

The role requires 6+ years of experience along with a Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

What specific skills are needed for high voltage power electronics?

Candidates need experience in high voltage analysis, design, and test including transformer design, PCB design, and component selection, as well as working with high voltage components and systems.

Is this position remote or based in an office?

The position is based at Astranis's 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA, with no mention of remote work options.

What is the team like for this role?

You will join an established team of experienced power engineers working on next-generation power conversion for satellites, collaborating with multidisciplinary team members in a fast-paced environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has a passion for hardware development, hands-on experience in high voltage design and testing, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while contributing to technical ownership of power systems.

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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