Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

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 $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer

As a Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites. You will be responsible for the production of 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.

Role

- Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem for use in a high-orbit satellite application

- Design and build, or source, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble propulsion subsystems

- Build the factory that builds satellites - manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilties

- 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)

- 3+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding

- Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD), and building hardware of your own design

- A passion for manufacturing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/ development

- Demonstrated ability of personally managing the construction of complex hardware

- Must be onsite 5 days a week

Bonus

- Direct experience in propulsion or aerospace welding engineering

- Specific experience manufacturing, testing, or designing electric propulsion or chemical space propulsion

- 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.

Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position. Base Salary $115,000 — $145,000 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.