Astranis Space Technologies
Avionics Test Specialist
Astranis Space Technologies, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Avionics Test Specialist
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Astranis Space Technologies
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.
Avionics Test Specialist A Test Specialist will be responsible for running and operating functional and performance tests on flight hardware and software. They will test PCBA’s, subsystems, and full spacecraft over a wide range of environmental conditions such as vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMI/EMC. They will directly run, process, and debug test failures on the floor and work with engineering to root‑cause solutions. They are also responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and calibrating test equipment and test fixtures in the lab.
Role
Execute automated tests and reporting scripts for functional and performance testing of spacecraft electronics
Plan and execute functional and performance test plans (both manual and automated test cases)
Develop standard operating procedures for test operations and related processes to train test operators across all environments
Provide first‑level troubleshooting, assist root‑cause efforts, and implement corrective actions for test and support equipment failures
Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate test and support equipment
Provide Design for Manufacturing and Test feedback to optimize processes and test setups
Requirements
2+ years of working experience testing complex electrical systems
Experience working in a Linux environment, including usage of bash
Programming experience (Python, C++, etc.)
Hands‑on experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, or power supplies) and data acquisition systems
Experience developing and executing test plans and procedures from requirements
Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and team focus with extensive multitasking and organizational experience
Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed, including support of 24/7 operations for critical integration and test campaigns.
Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.
Bonus
Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline
DevOps software experience with networking, using and deploying container environments and utilizing tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with RF testing and the usage of network analyzers and signal generators
Experience with designing and building electrical harnesses and connectors
What we offer 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.
Base Hourly Pay: $40—$50 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 level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Quality Assurance
Industries Space Research and Technology
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Astranis Space Technologies
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.
Avionics Test Specialist A Test Specialist will be responsible for running and operating functional and performance tests on flight hardware and software. They will test PCBA’s, subsystems, and full spacecraft over a wide range of environmental conditions such as vibration, thermal vacuum, and EMI/EMC. They will directly run, process, and debug test failures on the floor and work with engineering to root‑cause solutions. They are also responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and calibrating test equipment and test fixtures in the lab.
Role
Execute automated tests and reporting scripts for functional and performance testing of spacecraft electronics
Plan and execute functional and performance test plans (both manual and automated test cases)
Develop standard operating procedures for test operations and related processes to train test operators across all environments
Provide first‑level troubleshooting, assist root‑cause efforts, and implement corrective actions for test and support equipment failures
Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate test and support equipment
Provide Design for Manufacturing and Test feedback to optimize processes and test setups
Requirements
2+ years of working experience testing complex electrical systems
Experience working in a Linux environment, including usage of bash
Programming experience (Python, C++, etc.)
Hands‑on experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, or power supplies) and data acquisition systems
Experience developing and executing test plans and procedures from requirements
Strong sense of accountability, integrity, and team focus with extensive multitasking and organizational experience
Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime and/or weekends as needed, including support of 24/7 operations for critical integration and test campaigns.
Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.
Bonus
Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline
DevOps software experience with networking, using and deploying container environments and utilizing tools like Docker and Kubernetes
Experience with RF testing and the usage of network analyzers and signal generators
Experience with designing and building electrical harnesses and connectors
What we offer 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.
Base Hourly Pay: $40—$50 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 level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Quality Assurance
Industries Space Research and Technology
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Astranis Space Technologies by 2×
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