Senior RF Test Engineer at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Satellite, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in EE, CS (or equivalent background knowledge)
6+ years of relevant experience
Experience with object-oriented programming in Python (or other high-level scripting languages)
Experience taking measurements on RF and mixed signal devices with standard test equipment (network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc)
2+ years of experience testing communications or RF systems
Experience with test automation
Experience designing PCBs using Altium or similar

Responsibilities

Develop test solutions for automated testing of RF and mixed signal hardware: frequency converters, RF amplifiers, oscillators, software defined radios, data converters, etc
Characterize and calibrate the performance of Astranis radio subsystems (gain, nonlinearity measurements such as P1dB and IP3, phase noise, frequency drift over temperature, emissions compliance, EVM, BER, etc)
Develop and manage test plans, coordinating with hardware engineers to ensure testing validates design requirements
Develop and utilize Python libraries for interfacing with test instruments, units under test, and results processing
Validate and qualify hardware designs for space environments, interpreting results and providing feedback to the hardware designers
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PythonRF TestingNetwork AnalyzersSpectrum AnalyzersSignal GeneratorsAutomated TestingP1dBIP3Phase NoiseEVMBERFrequency ConvertersRF AmplifiersSoftware Defined Radios

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position.

What is the salary for the Senior RF Test Engineer role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key requirements for this role?

Requirements include a Bachelor of Science degree in EE or CS (or equivalent), 6+ years of relevant experience, experience with object-oriented programming in Python, RF and mixed signal measurements using standard test equipment, 2+ years testing communications or RF systems, test automation experience, and PCB design using Altium or similar.

What is the company culture like at Astranis?

Astranis offers a dynamic and collaborative environment with a rapidly growing team of talented engineers, providing opportunities to make a significant impact and grow within the company.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior RF Test Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have 6+ years of relevant experience, hands-on RF testing skills with standard equipment, Python programming for test automation, and PCB design experience; a bonus is a strong grasp of digital 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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