Internship

Network Planning Sales Engineer

Winter 2025

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Astranis

Astranis

201-500 employees

Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites

Aerospace
Defense
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$29Hourly

No H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Sales Engineering
Sales & Solution Engineering
Required Skills
Python
Requirements
  • Strong ability to optimize systems by juggling many variables, considering all options, running a detailed trade study
  • Process oriented mindset - constantly seeking more efficient ways of doing things, anticipating features needed from both internal and external tools
  • Scripting language experience, preferably Python
  • Enjoy a fast paced environment, with just the right amount of chaos ;)
  • U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
Responsibilities
  • Pre-sales and post-sales network architecture and planning
  • Optimizing high throughput satellite networks by understanding and trading dozens of parameters, including but not limited to: Digital payload configuration, Orbital slot selection and frequency planning, Antenna system optimization, user coverage area definition, Gateway location(s) selection, User terminal selection, Networking / modem equipment selection and configuration
  • Providing a balance of technical and business / customer facing responsibilities
  • Receiving 1:1 mentorship from a senior, seasoned sales engineer

Astranis develops and deploys spacecraft for Geostationary Orbit with the goal of providing internet connectivity to the 4 billion people worldwide who currently lack 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 compared to traditional providers, making it appealing for reaching untapped 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 technology has also garnered interest from the US Department of Defense, indicating its potential in the space technology sector.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$587.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

19%

1 year growth

38%

2 year growth

50%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Astranis raised $200M in Series D, funding its Omega satellite program expansion.
  • Partnership with Xona Space Systems could secure significant U.S. Space Force contracts.
  • Plan to launch 100 MicroGEO satellites by 2030 enhances service offerings and market position.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from SpaceX's Starlink may impact Astranis' market share and pricing.
  • Potential satellite launch delays due to supply chain or regulatory issues.

What makes Astranis unique

  • Astranis offers low-cost telecommunications satellites, making internet access affordable globally.
  • The company provides bandwidth-as-a-service, a unique model in the satellite industry.
  • Astranis designs, manufactures, and operates its own satellites, ensuring full control over quality.

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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.