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AstranisSan FranciscoPosted Sep 23, 2026
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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 $1.2 billion from some of the world’s best investors, including Andreessen Horowitz, Baillie Gifford, Blackrock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, and Snowpoint, and employs a team of 500 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

Assembly, Integration, and Test Technician

As an Assembly Integration and Test Technician, you will be responsible for assembling and testing satellite components, subassemblies, and fully integrated vehicles. The role requires both electrical and mechanical integration work to assemble the spacecraft as well as assisting with pneumatic and electrical testing.

Role

  • Assemble and test spacecraft and ground support equipment
  • Assemble and integrate the spacecraft using engineering models and procedures. Assemblies include: structural parts and mechanisms, RF waveguides, antenna, electronic boxes, harnesses, coax cables, thermal blankets
  • Maintain paperwork - work instructions, connector mate logs, test logs
  • Set up, adjust, and calibrate standard test equipment to conduct functional and environmental testing using test procedures
  • Perform spacecraft lifting and handling operations
  • Perform spacecraft testing of communications, telemetry and command, thermal, power, and propulsion subsystems per the applicable procedure
  • Operate subassembly and spacecraft pressure test consoles
  • Collaborate with Production engineers to develop and document build procedures

Requirements

  • 2+ years of fundamental experience in assembly, manufacturing or maintenance
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings, test plans, and work to procedures
  • Ability to perform spacecraft integration tasks in clean room environment
  • Ability to operate cranes, man lifts, tugs & handling equipment
  • Experience working with general hand tools and torque wrenches
  • Familiar with windows style PC operating systems
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Climbing ladders, long durations of standing, grasping, sitting, pulling, and physical bending movements
  • Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs unassisted
  • Willing and able to work all shifts, overtime, and/or weekends as required
  • Willing and able to travel to support off-site launch site processing and environmental testing
  • Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria

Bonus

  • Experience in the aerospace industry
  • Experience with handling and integrating space flight components and spacecraft environmental testing
  • Experience with pneumatics or hydraulics
  • Experience in operating cranes, man lifts, forklifts, and handling equipment
  • Hands-on experience using electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, spectral analyzers, etc.)
  • Understanding and experience in environmental testing such as vibration, shock, thermal, burn-in, and TVAC.

 

50 hours a week expectation for our production team. First and second shift availability. 

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.
 
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 Hourly Pay
$30—$40 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 products are built for everyone, regardless of gender, race, creed, or background. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we invite all people to join our team and bring their unique perspectives to make us stronger.

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Based on publicly available information, candidates applying through greenhouse typically begin with an online application and resume submission, often followed by a recruiter screen if the profile aligns with the role. For technical and engineering positions at Astranis, applicants may encounter a mix of phone or video screens, technical assessments, and interviews with hiring managers or team members, which can generally be expected to evaluate both technical fundamentals and role-specific skills. The process may include multiple stages, such as panel interviews or take-home exercises, though the exact structure can vary by department and seniority level. Communication is commonly managed through the Greenhouse platform, with automated status updates in some cases. Response times vary, so candidates are encouraged to follow up politely if they have not heard back after a reasonable period, while preparing standard materials like a resume and portfolio where relevant.

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