Full-Time
Communications/DSP Associate Engineer Program
Winter 2025
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Astranis
201-500 employees
Develops low-cost telecommunications satellites
Compensation Overview
$1.8kWeekly
Entry
No H1B Sponsorship
San Francisco, CA, USA
US Citizenship Required
- 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
- Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.
- 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
Astranis develops and deploys spacecraft for Geostationary Orbit, focusing on providing internet connectivity to the 4 billion people worldwide without 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 new 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 goal is to bridge the digital divide and connect underserved populations globally.
Company Stage
Series D
Total Funding
$587.2M
Headquarters
San Francisco, California
Founded
2015
6 month growth
↑ 23%1 year growth
↑ 38%2 year growth
↑ 48%
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.