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Satellite Network Systems Engineer

Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2025

As a team, we’ve launched five satellites into orbit, signed ten commercial deals worth over $1 billion in revenue, raised over $750 million from top global investors, and recruited a team of over 400 world-class engineers. We all work out of our (legendary) San Francisco office, which was once used to build ships during the World Wars.

Find out more about the daily tasks, overall responsibilities, and required experience for this opportunity by scrolling down now.

Our satellites, which operate from geostationary orbit (GEO), weigh only 400 kg and utilize a proprietary software-defined radio payload. Each satellite can connect over two million people, and we’re very excited for the impact we’ll soon have in the Philippines, Peru, Mexico, and more!

Backed by substantial funding and a passionate, collaborative team, we offer a rewarding work environment where you'll learn and make a significant impact, no matter where you are in your career.

As a network systems engineer, you will be working on qualification and integration of ground segment equipment with the satellite payload and supporting it for global commercial and government customers. At its core, this involves understanding the different internal and external use cases for the satellite services and ensuring that we can meet our customer SLAs while providing a high quality service.

Role :

  • Support integration and qualification of ground segment systems with satellite equipment
  • Support deployment of ground segment systems and integration with customer networking gear
  • Analyze customer requirements and design network solutions with a focus on maintainability, scalability, and security
  • Create test plans and procedures, and set up lab environments to test with the ground segment equipment
  • Participate in daily operational tasks, perform systems analysis, maintenance, and independent complex network system troubleshooting
  • Provide technical support to manage customer networks, install, configure, maintain network services, equipment, and devices
  • Document system issues and resolution for future reference

Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Networking, Telecommunications, or a related field
  • Professional certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network
  • 3 years of experience in network design and implementation, including enterprise LAN / WAN networking. Working knowledge of VLANs, GRE, GTP, IPv4 / IPv6, ICMP, DHCP, NAT, and SNMP.
  • Hands-on experience with networking equipment, including carrier grade routers and switches.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols and technologies, such as BGP and OSPF
  • Experience with network security practices, tools, and protocols
  • Knowledge of virtualization and experience with Linux servers, KVM and similar VM infrastructure
  • Knowledge or practical experience with satellite network hub systems and network operations
  • Practical experience with scripting languages e.g. Bash, Python
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve network issues
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and effectively manage time
  • Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria
  • Bonus :

  • Prior experience in a Network Engineering, Technical Support or NOC role
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco and Juniper routers and switches
  • Knowledge of RF systems / SATCOM systems
  • Satellites communications industry experience with HTS systems in LEO, MEO, or GEO
  • What we offer :

    All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.

    Base pay is a single component of Astranis's total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, 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.

    110,000 - $150,000 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 our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.

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