CAD Engineer Associate (Summer 2027) New San Francisco

Astranis; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Astranis in Northern California seeks a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer to model and draw spacecraft components, maintain the design library, and develop considerate design practices. This role blends hands-on hardware work with rigorous documentation in a fast-paced environment.

You should have a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering (MS pursuit is acceptable) and experience with SolidWorks, GD&T, and engineering drawings. Bonus for spaceflight hardware experience.

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• Pursuing MS in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with SolidWorks and GD&T is required.

Responsibilities

• Model and draw spacecraft components and supporting structures.
• Maintain and improve the design library and data infrastructure.
• Develop and document design practices for efficient, robust hardware.

Skills

Hands-on hardware

Fast-paced work

Problem solving

Education

BS in Mechanical/Aerospace or related

Pursuing MS in Mechanical/Aerospace or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Engineering drawings

GD&T

Job description

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.

Role

• Model and draw components, structures, and manifolds for the spacecraft and its supporting structures
• Maintain and improve our design library and data infrastructure
• Develop, ideate, and document considerate practices that enable good and efficient design

Requirements

• Hold a four-year B.S. degree or currently pursuing a M.S. in either mechanical, aerospace, or an equivalent technical degree like physics, applied math, or industrial design
• Has a passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment with hands-on development
• Experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with GD+T and engineering drawings

Bonus

• Experience with design of complex assemblies and components
• Experience in the design of spaceflight components and/or vacuum compatible systems
• Experience with surface modeling

The base salary for this position is $1,925 per week.

$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.