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Communications/DSP Associate Engineer - Fall 2026

AstranisSan FranciscoNew
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

RequirementsA strong enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, high-paced environment...

About the job

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, supporting secure and reliable communications for clients ranging from large corporations to government agencies and the US military. With five satellites already in orbit and a growing backlog of commercial contracts, the company continues to expand its presence in the satellite communications field. Astranis operates from a 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California and is backed by over $750 million from investors including Andreessen Horowitz, Blackrock, and Fidelity.

Role overview

The Communications/DSP Associate Engineer position is a twelve-week, salaried role designed for recent graduates of four-year universities. Associates work on meaningful projects, often designing and testing both hardware and software for satellites. Many associates have gone on to accept full-time positions at Astranis. Candidates who have not yet graduated from a four-year university are encouraged to consider the Internship program instead.

What you will do

  • Design signal processing algorithms for custom software-defined radio hardware, including tasks such as channelization, equalization, PA linearization, gain control, carrier synchronization, symbol mapping, framing, and channel coding/FEC.
  • Work closely with FPGA developers to implement and validate signal processing on radio hardware.
  • Model the full radio system, covering communication from Earth to space and back.
  • Perform radio architecture trade studies, complete link budgets, and optimize radio systems for performance across different global markets and applications.

About Astranis

Astranis is revolutionizing satellite communication technology, focusing on advanced satellites that enhance connectivity in high orbits. Our commitment to security, reliability, and customer-specific solutions establishes us as a leader in the satellite communications industry.

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