Senior CAD Engineer
Astranis Space TechnologiesSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted August 6, 2025
140000 - 185000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Astranis Space Technologies specializes in building low-cost satellites for high orbits, with its flagship product MicroGEO offering affordable broadband services in geostationary orbit. The company also provides radiation-hardened electronics and supports government missions across MEO and GEO. Astranis has a $1 billion backlog for 12+ satellites launching over the next two years and is backed by $750 million from top investors, employing over 400 engineers at its headquarters in San Francisco.
Job Description
As a Senior CAD Engineer, you will lead the design and configuration of our spacecraft and develop documentation and processes used to transfer from design to production. You will develop, maintain, and teach others about design methods and best practices, perform spacecraft-level design tasks, and manage spacecraft bills of material and change orders.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a design role and expertise in mechanical CAD
- Experience with design and production of complex assemblies
- Robust knowledge of SolidWorks
- Working knowledge and experience in PDM Administration
- Mastery of GD+T and engineering drawings
- A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment including hands-on development
Benefits
- Equity in the form of incentive stock options
- High quality company-subsidized healthcare
- Disability and life insurance benefits
- Flexible PTO
- 401(K) retirement
- Free on-site catered meals
