Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer
- US citizenship
- Welding certification
About the job
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. ## Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer As a Propulsion Manufacturing Engineer, you will oversee the production of the propulsion subsystem for high-orbit satellites.
You will be responsible for the production of propulsion components, getting them assembled into a subsystem, and integrating that subsystem onto the vehicle.
This is a highly cross-functional role that will require you to meet stakeholder and industry requirements while hitting aggressive cost and schedule requirements. ## Role - Manage the production of a propulsion subsystem for use in a high-orbit satellite application - Design and build, or source, all tooling and equipment necessary to build propulsion components and assemble propulsion subsystems - Build the factory that builds satellites - manage complex infrastructure targets to upgrade and maintain our capabilties - Develop manufacturing processes that meet rigorous internal and external standards - Work closely with other teams to deliver your subsystem on time and at our expected quality - Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly growing team ## Requirements - Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, physics) - 3+ years of industry experience in propulsion, space vehicles, or high-precision welding - Proficiency in Computer Aided Design (CAD), and building hardware of your own design - A passion for manufacturing, including working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/ development - Demonstrated ability of personally managing the construction of complex hardware - Must be onsite 5 days a week ## Bonus - Direct experience in propulsion or aerospace welding engineering - Specific experience manufacturing, testing, or designing electric propulsion or chemical space propulsion - Deep knowledge in Machining, Welding, or Fixture/ Tool & Die design - Experience with Manufacturing Engineering Software (MES) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) - Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) - Familiarity with reading and interpreting industry standards and specifications (AWS D17.1, MIL-STDs, AS/NAS component specifications) - Familiarity with Pressurized Systems operation and construction - Familiarity with Reliability and Mission Assurance best practices ## 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 Salary $115,000 - $145,000 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.
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From Astranis's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Astranis
Designs, builds and operates high-orbit satellites for sovereign connectivity.
Pay on its listings: 100% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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