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Environmental Test Engineer

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Astranis

Astranis

201-500 employees

Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites

Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$100k - $130kAnnually

+ Equity + Healthcare + Disability Insurance + Life Insurance + Flexible PTO + 401(K)

Junior, Mid

San Francisco, CA, USA

Must be onsite 5 days a week.

US Citizenship Required

Category
QA & Testing
Performance Testing
Quality Assurance
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
  • 2+ years experience in testing electronics, electro-mechanical assemblies, or integrated systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a highly cross-functional role.
  • Must be onsite 5 days a week.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement test procedures and processes for dynamic and thermal testing of spacecraft hardware.
  • Define environmental test equipment specifications, identify vendors, qualify equipment, and implement into production.
  • Design and develop test setups and fixturing for engineering development and qualification testing.
  • Perform analysis, evaluate test results, and prepare test reports for stakeholder review.
  • Lead troubleshooting, root cause, and corrective action efforts of environmental test process, equipment, procedure, and fixture related issues.
  • Lead Design for Test efforts to optimize for environmental test production processes.
  • Develop standard operating procedures and tools for test operations and related processes.
  • Serve as the technical subject matter expert for environmental test processes and equipment.

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 than 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

$760.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

17%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

34%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Astranis' recent $1 billion in satellite service sales and upcoming satellite launches indicate strong market demand and growth potential.
  • The introduction of the Omega satellite, with its 50 Gbps throughput, positions Astranis as a leader in next-generation satellite communications.
  • Partnerships with entities like the US Department of Defense and international companies like Thaicom highlight Astranis' expanding global footprint and credibility.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape, including major players like Starlink, poses a significant challenge to Astranis' market share.
  • Delays or failures in satellite launches could impact service delivery and financial stability.

What makes Astranis unique

  • Astranis' focus on low-cost, high-throughput telecommunications satellites for Geostationary Orbit sets it apart from competitors like Starlink, which primarily targets Low Earth Orbit.
  • The company's bandwidth-as-a-service model offers a turnkey solution, making it more accessible and cost-effective for commercial and government clients.
  • Astranis' ability to design, manufacture, and operate its own satellites allows for greater control over costs and service quality, unlike traditional satellite providers.

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.