Electronics Engineering Manager San Francisco

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; California (MO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity package

Company-subsidized healthcare

401(k) retirement planning

Flexible PTO

On-site catered meals

Job summary

A leading satellite communications company in California seeks an Electronics Engineering Manager to lead and mentor a team of engineers. The role involves overseeing the entire lifecycle of electronic hardware, from design to verification, while fostering innovation within the team. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in product development and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a technical field. This position offers a competitive salary and robust benefits, including equity and healthcare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar technical field.
• 5+ years in a fast-paced product design and development environment.
• 5+ years designing and developing complex electronic hardware from concept to production.
• Passion for hardware development in a dynamic, hands-on environment.
• Ability to design, build, and test hardware from scratch.
• Experience in building and managing teams of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and expand a team of electronics engineers.
• Collaborate to define and architect next-generation electronic systems.
• Oversee lifecycle of electronic hardware from design to verification.
• Develop project schedules to align hardware development with program timelines.
• Drive the design process including circuit board design and system integration.
• Lead debugging, board bring-up, and system validation.

Job description

Overview

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

As the Electronics Engineering Manager, you will be at the forefront of building and leading a team of talented electronics engineers. You will have a pivotal role in shaping the future of our satellite technology, pushing the boundaries of what is possible, and delivering performance that sets new industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage, mentor, and expand a team of both junior and senior electronics engineers
• Collaborate with a diverse, multidisciplinary team to define and architect our next‑generation electronic systems
• Oversee the entire lifecycle of our electronic hardware, from design and development to implementation and verification
• Develop and manage a detailed project schedule to ensure that our hardware development aligns with the overall program timeline
• Drive the design process, including specification, component selection, circuit board design, and system‑level integration
• Lead the team through hands‑on debugging, board bring‑up, and system validation
• Play a key role in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new team members to support our rapid growth
• Provide expert support to our production and operations teams for the successful deployment and use of our hardware
• Foster a culture of innovation and excellence within the team

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a similar technical field
• 5+ years of professional experience in a fast‑paced product design and development environment
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience designing and developing complex electronic hardware from concept to production
• A passion for hardware development and a desire to work in a dynamic, hands‑on environment
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and test hardware from scratch
• Proven experience in building and managing teams of engineers, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder

Bonus

• Experience with photovoltaics
• Experience with Li‑ion batteries and battery management systems
• Experience with magnetics in power electronics
• Knowledge of radiation effects on electronic components

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.

Salary: $145,000 - $200,000 USD

Eligibility

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)).

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

As set forth in Astranis’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.