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Astranis

Spacecraft Engineer - Office of the CTO

Astranis
onsite mid full-time $130,000-$180,000 USD San Francisco
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First indexed 24 Apr 2026

Description

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Spacecraft Engineer to join our dedicated team. This critical role involves the full lifecycle development of advanced small form-factor Geostationary Orbit (GEO) satellites.

As a Spacecraft Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading the definition, documentation, and maintenance of the complete GEO spacecraft system architecture
  • Identifying and rapidly solving cross-functional issues that arise at every stage of the satellite lifecycle
  • Defining and managing spacecraft internal and external interfaces to ensure seamless integration and compatibility across subsystems
  • Acting as the technical owner and primary point of contact for critical system budgets
  • Providing technical guidance and oversight to subsystem engineers
  • Supporting Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) activities and mission operations

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.) or a related technical discipline
  • 3 to 10 years of experience in integrated system design, integration, and/or test
  • Experience as a hands-on engineer or other technical domain expert
  • Track record of solving hard problems independently
  • Ability to lead outside of the traditional reporting chain
  • Proven experience in managing complex technical budgets and enforcing design discipline

Bonus:

  • Experience working through a complete GEO spacecraft development lifecycle
  • Familiarity with Smartsheet, Jira, and Confluence
  • Deep technical experience across multiple domains
  • Specific experience with GEO or high-power communication satellite systems

What we offer:

  • A compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits
  • Base pay is just one component of Astranis's total rewards package
  • Significant equity package via incentive stock options
  • High-quality company-subsidized healthcare
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement planning
  • Flexible PTO
  • Free on-site catered meals
  • U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
This listing is enriched and indexed by YubHub. To apply, use the employer's original posting: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/astranis/jobs/4017557006