RF Integration Team Lead

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity's reach into the solar system.

As the Production RF Integration Team Lead, you will build, mentor, and guide a high-performing team of engineers dedicated to the assembly, integration, and testing (AI&T) of Astranis spacecraft payloads and RF sub-assemblies.

Role

• Hire, develop, and lead a world-class team of RF test engineers. Cultivate a culture of technical excellence, safety, and continuous learning.
• Oversee the design and implementation of hardware test racks, leveraging both COTS equipment and custom PCBAs to measure complex RF signals, apply flight-like loads, and power units under test.
• Drive the development of Python-based automation software to interface with flight hardware, RF test equipment (VNAs, spectrum analyzers), and enterprise data systems for seamless data capture.
• Stand up and scale cross-functional business processes for RF test requirements capture, test development, and rigorous test validation.
• Partner closely with RF Design, Mechanical Integration, and Environmental Test teams to channel test insights back into design improvements.
• Manage budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements to ensure production milestones are met without sacrificing quality.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a fast-paced hardware product development or production environment.
• Proven track record of building, managing, and mentoring engineering teams, with a knack for delegation and team building.
• Strong Design-for-Test (DFT) and test automation mindset, specifically tailored to complex hardware.
• Exceptional ability to synthesize and summarize dense, highly technical RF and systems topics for both executive leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to build engineering and operational processes from scratch.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card) is required.
• Ability to work 5 days a week in office.

Bonus

• Direct experience with RF test and measurement equipment (Vector Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Noise Figure Meters, Signal Generators).
• Proficiency in Python or C++ for test automation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with the space environment, aerospace hardware integration, and test flows (TVAC, Vibration, EMI/EMC).
• Experience managing a mixed team of both engineers and technicians in a production environment.
• Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and digital communication systems.

What we offer

• Base pay: $160,000-$180,000 USD.
• A compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits, such as high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.