# Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate (Winter 2027) at Astranis > United States · Junior · Software engineering · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Aastranis%3A4704293006 (read 2026-11-06). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Astranis](https://alderhq.app/companies/astranis) - Location text: San Francisco; San Francisco - Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: San Francisco; San Francisco") - Posted: 2026-09-18 (49 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-02 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/astranis/jobs/4704293006 - Skills listed (inferred): Python ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: $100k–$100k per year (from the description) - Market band for similar posted roles (SF Bay Area, n 75): p25 $100k, median $133k, p75 $148k ## Description (the employer's text) 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. ### Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate (Winter 2027) As an Associate, 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 associates 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 are still a college student, please apply to join us as an Intern. ### Role Pre-sales and post-sales network architecture and planning, which at its core involves optimizing high throughput satellite networks by understanding and trading dozens of parameters, including but not limited to: - Digital payload configuration - Orbital slot selection and frequency planning - Antenna system optimization, user coverage area definition - Gateway location(s) selection - User terminal selection - Networking / modem equipment selection and configuration The role provides a balance of technical and business / customer facing responsibilities, and is high visibility and high impact. This role includes 1:1 mentorship from a senior, seasoned sales engineer, enabling rapid learning and growth! ### Requirements - Strong ability to optimize systems by juggling many variables, considering all options, running a detailed trade study - Process oriented mindset - constantly seeking more efficient ways of doing things, anticipating features needed from both internal and external tools - Scripting language experience, preferably Python - Enjoy a fast paced environment, with just the right amount of chaos ;) - Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria. ### Bonus - Knack for math - Ability to craft high quality presentations, deliver those presentations to potential partners, and succinctly answer challenging technical questions posed by partners - Willingness to travel a bit (\< 10%) The base salary for this position is $1,925 per week. Base Salary $1,925—$1,925 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 products are built for everyone, regardless of gender, race, creed, or background. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we invite all people to join our team and bring their unique perspectives to make us stronger. ### Astranis SMS Terms of Service Recruiting Updates: By opting in, you agree to receive SMS updates, interview coordination, and recruiting communications from Astranis Space Technologies Corp. Opt-Out: You can cancel this service at any time by replying STOP. We will send one final text confirming your unsubscription. Opt-In Again: To resume receiving messages, reply START or YES. 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