Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer
Astranis Space Technologies
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- 5+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding.
- Highly proficient in CAD, with proven experience delivering products designed and built personally.
- Must be onsite 5 days a week.
Responsibilities
- Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellite application.
- Design and build tooling and equipment necessary for building propulsion components.
- Assist in recruiting and hiring new team members.
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As a team, we’ve launched five satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $750 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 400 world-class engineers. We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars.
Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload. Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we’re very excited for the impact we’ll soon have in the Philippines, Mexico, and more!
Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career.
Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer
As a Senior Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites. You will be responsible for the production of advanced propulsion components, getting them assembled into a subsystem, and integrating that subsystem onto the vehicle. This is a highly cross-functional role that will require you to meet stakeholder and industry requirements while hitting aggressive cost and schedule requirements. Successful candidates will have a proven history of delivering on complex engineering projects with minimal oversight.
Role
- Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem, including an advanced welded assembly, for use in a high-orbit satellite application
- Design and build, or source, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble advanced propulsion subsystems
- Build the factory that builds satellites - manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilities
- Develop manufacturing processes that meet rigorous internal and external standards
- Work closely with other teams to deliver your subsystem on time and at our expected quality
- Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly growing team
- Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, physics)
- 5+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding
- Highly Proficient in Computer Aided Design (CAD), and proven experience delivering products that you've personally designed and built
- A passion for manufacturing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/ development
- Demonstrated ability of personally managing advanced manufacturing products
- Must be onsite 5 days a week
- Direct experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Weld Engineering, or Integration Engineering roles
- Direct experience with Robotic Welding, Automated Welding, or Orbital Tube Welding equipment
- Specific experience manufacturing, testing, or designing precision welded assemblies, electric propulsion systems, or chemical space propulsion systems
- Deep knowledge in Machining, Welding, or Fixture/ Tool & Die design
- Experience with Manufacturing Engineering Software (MES) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Familiarity with reading and interpreting industry standards and specifications (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs, AS/NAS component specifications)
- Familiarity with Pressurized Systems operation and construction
- Familiarity with Reliability and Mission Assurance best practices
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.
Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, 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.
Base Salary
$145,000—$185,000 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 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.
- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
- IndustriesSpace Research and Technology
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