Astranis Space Technologies · 12 hours ago
Senior Solutions Engineer
San Francisco
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expAstranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. As a Senior Solutions Engineer, you will work on satellite network design and analysis for global commercial and government solutions, focusing on pre-sales engineering and optimizing high throughput satellite networks.
AerospaceInternetSatellite CommunicationTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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, US Government, Finance, Legal, Engineering, Operations, Regulatory and Executive teams
Communicate our satellite network designs and reports externally as solutions/sales engineers
Aid in regulatory (FCC, ITU, etc.) efforts regarding spectrum use and coordination
Aid and influence the design of analysis software that enables us to excel in our role
Define 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
Maintain 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 to our rapidly-growing team
Willingness to travel (Up to ~20%)
Qualification
Required
5+ years in satellites 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 process 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 the customers' wants with internal capabilities and goals
Scripting 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
U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required
Preferred
Experience in cellular 3g, 4g, LTE, and 5g network protocol
Experience in SD-WAN architecture
Experience working Military Satellite communications systems
Benefits
Equity and robust benefits
High quality company-subsidized healthcare
Disability and life insurance benefits
Flexible PTO
401(K) retirement
Free on-site catered meals
Company
Astranis Space Technologies
Astranis builds low-cost satellites for high orbits. Our first product, MicroGEO, offers the world’s lowest-cost satellite broadband.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$753.5MKey Investors
Andreessen HorowitzBlackRockVenrock
2024-07-24Series D· $200M
2023-04-14Series Unknown· $200M
2023-04-14Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Mark Mesler
Chief Financial Officer
Ryan McLinko
Cofounder
Recent News
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