Full-Time

Product Growth Manager

Posted on 6/5/2024

Astranis

Astranis

201-500 employees

Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$140k - $170kAnnually

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA

Requires in-office presence in San Francisco.

US Citizenship Required

Category
General Marketing
Growth Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Market Research
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience in product marketing, growth strategy, go-to-market planning, consulting, or business operations.
  • 2+ years of experience in early and growth-stage startups working with lean teams.
  • Technical background in engineering or scientific-related field.
  • Product or growth-related experience in telecom, satcom, or aerospace.
  • Strong business judgment, storytelling, and communication skills.
  • Exceptional project management, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
  • Experience in data analysis, identifying actionable insights, and creative problem-solving.
  • A history of successfully leading complex strategic and operational initiatives.
  • Willingness to travel to customer sites, Astranis locations, and events.
  • U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required.
Responsibilities
  • Conducting comprehensive market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive landscapes in the satellite internet and private network industry.
  • Developing tailored product offerings for existing and emerging verticals (e.g., Energy, Utilities, Aviation, Maritime, IoT, and Technology) to enhance and expand our market positioning and attract new customers.
  • Expanding existing capacity service into a tiered service offering, including defining and packaging the Astranis end-to-end managed service.
  • Collaborating across teams (engineering, marketing, earth stations, network operations, finance, and solutions engineering) to drive product improvements and launch campaigns that maximize global sales.
  • Collaborating with marketing to ensure the highest quality and consistency across verticals and geographies of all external-facing materials, including the website.
  • Develop a data-driven lead qualification system that prioritizes and weights leads based on strategic criteria, refining product marketing efforts and enhancing sales targeting.
  • Leading the development and execution of strategic programs to grow global sales, including new channels and demand generation approaches.

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.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$587.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 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.

What critics are saying

  • 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.

What makes Astranis unique

  • 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.

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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.

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