Senior Structural Analyst
Astranis Space TechnologiesSan Francisco, California, United States
Posted October 24, 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
Astranis is a satellite communications company building advanced satellites for high orbits. They are seeking a Senior Structural Analyst to own the modeling, structural analysis, and testing of spacecraft components. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and developing best practices, and will directly support the company's mission to connect the world. Astranis employs 450 engineers and entrepreneurs and is expanding to serve over $1 billion of commercial contracts.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S in mechanical, aerospace engineering or equivalent
- 4+ years of experience
- Strong Finite Element analysis skills (Femap/Nastran expertise preferred)
- Structural dynamics testing experience
- Experience correlating finite element models based on dynamics test data
- Mentor junior engineers
- Comfortable working in an environment with a growing team
Benefits
- Equity
- High quality company-subsidized healthcare
- Disability and life insurance benefits
- Flexible PTO
- 401(K) retirement
- Free on-site catered meals
- Incentive stock options
