Thermal Engineer at Astranis

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Satellite, Space TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or physics
Experience in thermal analysis and thermally-constrained design; computational thermal design experience (finite methods) is not required but highly preferred
Proficiency with mechanical CAD
A passion and enthusiasm for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development

Responsibilities

Mature designs through conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases using practical passive and active thermal control techniques
Support design trades that successfully balance performance margins, resource use, risk, cost, and schedule
Perform thermal analysis to varying degrees of fidelity (simplified to detailed) on a variety of different types of hardware such as propulsion components, batteries, high powered electronics, RF components, mechanisms, and printed circuit boards (PCBs)
Design, evaluate, procure and test thermal solutions such as heaters, heat pipes, thermal interface materials, and surface coatings
Develop processes and procedures for integration and assembly which ensure thermal design intent is met
Collaborate with the integration and test team; provide assistance with the installation of thermal hardware as needed
Plan and run thermal vacuum testing and verification at the component and spacecraft level
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Thermal AnalysisMechanical CADThermal Control TechniquesHeat PipesThermal Interface MaterialsSurface CoatingsThermal Vacuum TestingFinite Element Methods

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or onsite?

This is an onsite position at the Astranis San Francisco office.

What are the required qualifications for the Thermal Engineer role?

Candidates need a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or physics, experience in thermal analysis and thermally-constrained design, proficiency with mechanical CAD, and a passion for hardware development in a fast-paced environment.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at Astranis?

Astranis offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a talented, passionate team focused on impactful work in satellite technology.

Do I need to meet all the requirements to apply?

No, you should apply even if you don't 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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