Senior Solutions Engineer

Astranis Space Technologies Corp.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity component in total rewards

Job summary

Astranis Space Technologies Corp. is seeking a Senior Solutions Engineer to design and analyze satellite networks for global commercial and government solutions.

The role emphasizes pre-sales engineering, post-sales support, and development efforts, optimizing high-throughput satellite networks from design to operation. Responsibilities include modeling networks, interfacing with cross-functional teams, and contributing to product strategy while traveling up to ~20%.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in satellite communications industry experience with HTS systems including ground, hub, and network systems for LEO, MEO, or GEO.
• Link budgeting / Link analysis experience.
• Experience with regulatory affairs for space-based communications networks.
• Experience with satellite network hub management and operations.
• Proven track record in strategic technical sales environments balancing customers' wants with internal capabilities and goals.
• Scripting with Python (preferred) or MATLAB, R, Julia, C++, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Create satellite network solutions for commercial pursuits from deal closure and beyond.
• Modeling and analyzing satellite networks using in-house network software.
• Interfacing with Commercial, U.S. Government, Finance, Legal, Engineering, Operations, Regulatory and Executive teams.
• Communicating satellite network designs and reports externally as solutions/sales engineers.
• Aiding in regulatory efforts regarding spectrum use and coordination.
• Influencing the design of analysis software to excel in the role.
• Dimensioning ground solutions for commercial pursuits with Earth Stations Engineering/Operations, Network Operations, and Hub teams.
• Shaping the future product offering based on market insight and customer feedback.
• Assisting in recruiting and hiring additional teammates.

Skills

HTS systems

Link budgeting

Regulatory affairs

Satellite network hub

Sales experience

Python

Education

BS in Aerospace Engineering

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 U.S. 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.

Senior Solutions Engineer

This role will contribute to both commercial and U.S. government programs.

Role

As a Senior Solutions Engineer you will be working on satellite network design and analysis for global commercial and government solutions. The role focuses on pre‑sales engineering for commercial pursuits, supporting post‑sales engineering and internal development efforts. At its core, you will optimize high‑throughput satellite networks, from design to operation, by understanding and trading dozens of parameters, including but not limited to the following

• Satellite communications payload configuration and development
• Orbital slot selection, spectrum, and frequency planning
• Antenna system optimization, user coverage area definition
• User terminal selection
• Networking / modem equipment selection and configuration
• Gateway and remote earth station selection
• Baseband selection to meet the client's specific use case

This is an exciting multi‑dimensional role that provides a balance of technical and business/customer‑facing responsibilities and is high visibility and high impact. Our responsibilities include

• Create satellite network solutions for commercial pursuits all the way through deal closure and beyond
• Modeling and analyzing satellite networks using in‑house network software
• Interfacing with Commercial, U.S. Government, Finance, Legal, Engineering, Operations, Regulatory and Executive teams
• Communicating our satellite network designs and reports externally as solutions/sales engineers
• Aiding in regulatory (FCC, ITU, etc.) efforts regarding spectrum use and coordination
• Aiding and influencing the design of analysis software that enables us to excel in our role
• Defining product‑market fit for next‑generation satellite communication systems
• Dimensioning ground solutions for commercial pursuits by working with Earth Stations Engineering/Operations, Network Operations, and Hub teams
• Building Astranis's profile with the international business community
• Maintaining healthy relationships with vendors and partners such as network hardware/service suppliers, hub vendors, and terminal suppliers for satellite networks
• Shaping our future product offering based on current trends, market insight, and customer feedback
• Assisting in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates for our rapidly‑growing team
• Willingness to travel (up to ~20%)

Requirements

• 5+ years in satellite communications industry experience with High‑Throughput Satellite (HTS) systems including ground, hub, and network systems for LEO, MEO, or GEO
• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics (or equivalent background knowledge)
• Enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment and shaping processes and procedures for long‑term growth
• Link budgeting / Link analysis experience
• Experience with regulatory affairs for space‑based communications networks
• Experience with satellite network hub management and operations
• Proven track record in strategic technical sales environments balancing customers' wants with internal capabilities and goals
• Script language experience in one of the following: Python (preferred), MATLAB, R, Julia, C++, or similar; comfortable using scripted tools to conduct analyses and trade studies
• Must be onsite in San Francisco
• Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria

Bonus

• Experience in cellular 3G, 4G, LTE, and 5G network protocol
• Experience in SD‑WAN architecture
• Experience working military satellite communications systems

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.

Base Salary: $140,000 – $200,000 USD

EEO Statement

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.