Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate (Winter 2027)

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from senior engineer

Travel ≤10%

Salary for 12 weeks

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is seeking a Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate for Winter 2027 to support pre-sales and post-sales network architecture and planning.

The role focuses on optimizing satellite networks through payload configuration, orbital planning, antenna optimization, gateway selection, and user terminal configuration. The position blends technical work with customer interaction, includes mentorship from a senior engineer, and targets new grads completing a four-year

Qualifications

• 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 :)

Responsibilities

• Pre-sales and post-sales network architecture and planning to optimize high throughput satellite networks.
• Trade studies covering digital payload configuration, orbital slot selection, frequency planning and gateway locations.
• Define user terminal selection and networking/modem equipment configuration.
• Role balances technical work with business/customer facing responsibilities and mentorship from a senior engineer.

Skills

Optimization

Process mindset

Python scripting

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Python

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.

Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate (Winter 2027)

Associate positions at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are salaried roles designed for new grads who have graduated from a four-year university.

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 ;)

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.