Internship
Radio Hardware Engineer – Intern
Fall 2024
Posted on 2/2/2024
Astranis
201-500 employees
Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites
Compensation Overview
$29Hourly
San Francisco, CA, USA
US Citizenship Required
- A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
- Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test PCBA hardware from scratch (student design team projects, design competitions, personal projects)
- Solid EE foundation in one or more of the following areas: analog design (op amps, transistors, RLC filters), digital design (FPGAs, SOCs, SERDES, DDR, LVDS), mixed signal design (ADCs, DACs, power integrity), RF design (s-parameters, transmission lines, impedance matching)
- US Citizenship or Green Card
- Design, simulate, implement, and test our internally developed software defined radio hardware
- Bringup and debug hardware in the lab with top of the line instruments and equipment
- Design test equipment to validate designs across a wide range of stressed conditions
- Write code to help evaluate performance and automate testing of flight hardware
- 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 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
6 month growth
↑ 20%1 year growth
↑ 28%2 year growth
↑ 40%
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.
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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.