Avionics Engineer – Intern @ Astranis

Astranis is on a mission to bridge the digital divide by connecting the four billion people worldwide who currently lack internet access. We’re doing this by building the next generation of smaller, more cost-effective spacecraft to bring the world online.

As a team, we’ve launched two satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $500 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 300 world-class engineers. We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars.

Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload. Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we’re very excited for the impact we’ll soon have in the Philippines, Peru, Mexico, and more!

Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you’ll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career.

Apply and join us on our journey towards global connectivity!

Avionics Intern

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

As an Intern, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems — we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, no matter their seniority. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.

If you have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate Engineer.

Role

Work with the avionics engineering team to build and test flight hardware
Design test equipment to validate designs across a wide range of stressed conditions
Bring up and debug designs in the lab
Write code to help evaluate performance and automate testing of satellite hardware
Assist with low level software to interface with various spacecraft subsystems

Requirements

Currently pursuing a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in electrical or computer engineering (or equivalent technical degree)
Interest in learning about, designing, and working with various spacecraft systems and subsystems
A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
Experience with Python and/or C++
Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test hardware from scratch
US Citizenship or Green Card
Don’t meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.

Bonus

Experience with Altium Designer (or other PCB design software)
Experience with SPICE-based simulators (LTSpice, PSPICE, ADS, etc)
Comfortable with soldering and rework
Familiarity with standard EE lab bench (power supply, oscilloscope, multimeter, etc)
Familiarity with basic switched mode converter design (boost and buck converters)

The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour.

Base Hourly Pay

$29—$29 USD

U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

(To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3))

Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.

Avionics Intern

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