Communications/DSP Engineer Intern @ Astranis

Communications/DSP Engineer Intern

Posted on 12/20/2022

INACTIVE

Locations

San Francisco, CA, USA

Experience Level

Intern

Requirements

A passion for working in a fast-paced environment and constantly learning
Strong fundamentals in "signals and systems" (basic transforms, filters, aliasing, analysis in both continuous and discrete domains, interpolation, decimation, etc)
Strong fundamentals in digital communications (modulation, coding, synchronization, fading, doppler, multiple access, channel capacity, etc)
Familiar with software development (some experience writing software for DSP, MCU, and/or FPGA, experience in one or more scripting languages)
Familiar with analog concepts (amplifiers, analog filters, gain and delay variation, reflections, compression, etc)
Experience working with signal generator, signal analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope, etc
US Citizenship or Green Card
40 hours per week minimum
Must be onsite in San Francisco 3 days a week minimum
Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria

Responsibilities

Design signal processing for custom software defined radio hardware (ex. channelization, equalization, PA linearization, gain control, carrier synchronization, symbol mapping, framing, channel coding/FEC, etc)
Work closely with FPGA developers to implement and test the signal processing on radio hardware
Model the end-to-end radio system from earth to space, and back
Drive radio architecture trade studies, run link budgets, optimize the radio system for maximum performance for dozens of markets and use cases around the world

Desired Qualifications

Experience with software defined radios
Experience with Python
Experience with GNU Radio
Experience with FPGA development (and/or embedded C)

Astranis is connecting the four billion people in the world who do not currently have access to the internet. We are building the next generation of smaller, lower-cost spacecraft to bring the world online.

We are well-funded by some of the best investors in the business and have raised over $350 million to date. We have a world-class team that is passionate about building amazing technology. And we have a fun and collaborative work environment where you will learn a lot and make a huge impact no matter where you are in your career. Just check out our Glassdoor reviews to see what our team has to say about working at Astranis.

Our team is growing fast. Apply now!

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

As an Intern, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems — we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, no matter their seniority. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.

If you have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate Engineer.

Role:

Design signal processing for custom software defined radio hardware (ex. channelization, equalization, PA linearization, gain control, carrier synchronization, symbol mapping, framing, channel coding/FEC, etc)
Work closely with FPGA developers to implement and test the signal processing on radio hardware
Model the end-to-end radio system from earth to space, and back.
Drive radio architecture trade studies, run link budgets, optimize the radio system for maximum performance for dozens of markets and use cases around the world

Requirements:

A passion for working in a fast-paced environment and constantly learning
Strong fundamentals in "signals and systems" (basic transforms, filters, aliasing, analysis in both continuous and discrete domains, interpolation, decimation, etc)
Strong fundamentals in digital communications (modulation, coding, synchronization, fading, doppler, multiple access, channel capacity, etc)
Familiar with software development (some experience writing software for DSP, MCU, and/or FPGA, experience in one or more scripting languages)
Familiar with analog concepts (amplifiers, analog filters, gain and delay variation, reflections, compression, etc)
Experience working with signal generator, signal analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope, etc
US Citizenship or Green Card
40 hours per week minimum
Must be onsite in San Francisco 3 days a week minimum
Don’t meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.

Bonus:

Experience with software defined radios
Experience with Python
Experience with GNU Radio
Experience with FPGA development (and/or embedded C)

The base pay for this position is $26.50 per hour.

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.

51-200 employees

Website

Next generation internet satellites

Company Overview

Astranis' mission is to help get online the 4 billion people who are without internet access.

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.

Company Core Values

Master Your Craft - We take pride in our work and go the extra mile.
Step Up - We are unapologetically ambitious and take on great responsibility.
Assume Good - We assume the best of intentions and communicate with kindness and candor.
Stay Curious - We seek out new knowledge and are happy to teach others what we know.
Space is Hard - We are resilient in the face of adversity and get help when needed.
Take the Time - We level up not just at work but beyond — mind, body, spirit, family, community.