Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe – large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military.

With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.

Astranis has raised over $1.2 billion from some of the world’s best investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Baillie Gifford, Blackrock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and Snowpoint, and employs a team of 500 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

As a Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites. You will be responsible for the production of advanced propulsion components, getting them assembled into a subsystem, and integrating that subsystem onto the vehicle. This is a highly cross-functional role that will require you to meet stakeholder and industry requirements while hitting aggressive cost and schedule requirements. Successful candidates will have a proven history of delivering on complex engineering projects with minimal oversight.

Role

Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem, including an advanced welded assembly, for use in a high-orbit satellite application
Design and build, or source, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble advanced propulsion subsystems
Build the factory that builds satellites - manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilities
Develop manufacturing processes that meet rigorous internal and external standards
Work closely with other teams to deliver your subsystem on time and at our expected quality
Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly growing team

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, physics)
5+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding
Highly Proficient in Computer Aided Design (CAD), and proven experience delivering products that you've personally designed and built
A passion for manufacturing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/ development
Demonstrated ability of personally managing advanced manufacturing products
Must be onsite 5 days a week

Bonus

Direct experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Weld Engineering, or Integration Engineering roles
Direct experience with Robotic Welding, Automated Welding, or Orbital Tube Welding equipment
Specific experience manufacturing, testing, or designing precision welded assemblies, electric propulsion systems, or chemical space propulsion systems
Deep knowledge in Machining, Welding, or Fixture/ Tool & Die design
Experience with Manufacturing Engineering Software (MES) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Familiarity with reading and interpreting industry standards and specifications (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs, AS/NAS component specifications)
Familiarity with Pressurized Systems operation and construction
Familiarity with Reliability and Mission Assurance best practices

What we offer

All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.

Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.