RF Validation Engineer (Summer 2027)

Astranis; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Astranis, a leader in satellite communications, seeks an RF Validation Associate for a 12-week summer program. Associate Engineers will measure LNAs and RF blocks, write automation code, and document test plans for review on hardware projects destined for space.

The role requires a Bachelor's in electrical or related field, a passion for hardware, and hands-on RF experience. Python proficiency and familiarity with spectrum/network analyzers are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering, applied physics, or related field.
• Passion for hardware development in fast-paced environments; hands-on design.
• Strong understanding of RF basics: transmission lines, S-parameters, RF blocks.
• Experience with Python and object-oriented programming; RF measurement experience.
• Apply even if not all criteria are met.

Responsibilities

• Measure and validate performance of LNAs, power amps, up/down converters, filters, oscillators.
• Write automation code to speed up the above measurements.
• Document test plans, methodologies, and data for review.

Skills

RF concepts

Hardware development

Python programming

Measurement automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Python

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Job description

Astranis, a leader in satellite communications, seeks an RF Validation Associate for a 12-week summer program. Associate Engineers will measure LNAs and RF blocks, write automation code, and document test plans for review on hardware projects destined for space.

The role requires a Bachelor's in electrical or related field, a passion for hardware, and hands-on RF experience. Python proficiency and familiarity with spectrum/network analyzers are preferred.