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Environmental Test Engineer Associate - Fall 2026

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Experience Level

Entry Level

Qualifications

Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field completed or expected before the internship start date. Strong analytical skills and a passion for aerospace technology. Experience with environmental testing equipment is a plus. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

About the job

Astranis designs and builds advanced satellites for high orbits, supporting secure and dedicated networks for enterprises, government agencies, and the US military. With five satellites already in operation and a busy launch schedule ahead, Astranis manages a commercial contract backlog exceeding $1 billion. The company operates from a 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California and is backed by more than $750 million in funding from investors such as Andreessen Horowitz, Blackrock, and Fidelity. The team consists of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs dedicated to satellite innovation.

The Environmental Test Engineer Associate role in San Francisco is a salaried, twelve-week position for Fall 2026. This opportunity is open to those who have completed a bachelor’s degree or expect to do so before the start date. Associates take on meaningful projects, often handling responsibilities similar to those of full-time engineers. Many past associates have contributed to hardware and software now flying on Astranis satellites, with several moving into full-time roles after the program.

What you will do

  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to design, build, and test satellite hardware and software.
  • Set up and operate environmental test equipment, including:
    • Ambient thermal chambers
    • Thermal Vacuum Chambers (TVAC)
    • Vibration shaker tables
    • EMI/EMC test equipment
  • Develop hands-on skills with testing instruments such as thermal chambers, vibration tables, data acquisition systems (DAQs), and oscilloscopes to execute test plans.
  • Carry out environmental testing, including vibration, acoustics, and thermal analysis.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree completed or expected before Fall 2026 start date
  • Interest in satellite hardware and software testing
  • Willingness to work onsite in San Francisco

About Astranis

At Astranis, we are revolutionizing the way satellite communications operate. Our commitment to innovation and excellence allows us to provide secure and reliable networks that cater to the complex needs of governmental and commercial clients. Join us as we push the boundaries of technology and explore new frontiers in space.

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