Full-Time

RF Hardware Engineer

Associate Program, 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

$1.8kWeekly

Entry

No H1B Sponsorship

San Francisco, CA, USA

US Citizenship Required

Category
Electrical Engineering
RF and Microwave Engineering
Hardware Engineering
Requirements
  • Passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
  • Deep knowledge of basic RF concepts, such as transmission lines, impedance matching, filter design, and active RF circuits
  • Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing RF hardware for microwave frequencies
  • Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS or HFSS)
  • Experience taking RF measurements with spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, etc.
  • US Citizenship or Green Card
  • Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.
Responsibilities
  • Design, simulate, implement, and measure passive/active RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies, including; LNAs, power amplifiers, up/down convertors, filters, oscillators, etc.
  • Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team

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

35%

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.
  • Astranis plans to launch 100 MicroGEO satellites by 2030, enhancing service offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from SpaceX's Starlink could impact Astranis' market share.
  • Potential satellite launch delays due to supply chain or regulatory issues.
  • Dependence on large funding rounds may be unsustainable if market conditions change.

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.