Network Planning Sales Engineer Intern (Winter 2027)

Astranis Space Technologies; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies is seeking a Network Planning Sales Engineer Intern (Winter 2027) to work on pre-sales and post-sales network architecture for high-throughput satellite systems. You will optimize configurations, select gateways, and coordinate with customers to ensure performance and reliability.

This internship is an hourly role designed for students enrolled in a four-year university, with mentorship from a senior sales engineer to accelerate learning and impact.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to optimize systems by juggling many variables and trade studies.
• Process‑oriented mindset and proactive feature requests from internal/external tools.
• Scripting experience, preferably Python.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with some chaos.
• Apply even if not all criteria are met.

Responsibilities

• Pre-sales and post-sales network planning and architecture.
• Optimize high-throughput satellite networks by trading parameters.
• Define and configure digital payload, gateway locations, and user terminals.
• Collaborate with a senior sales engineer for rapid learning and growth.

Skills

Python

Trade studies

System optimization

Process mindset

Travel willingness

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 Intern (Winter 2027)

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

As an Intern, 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 interns 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 have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate.

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 (

The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour.

Base Hourly Pay

$29—$29 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.

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