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Global Ground Segment Engineer bei Astranis

Astranis · San Francisco, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

$140,000.00  -  $185,000.00

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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 $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.

Global Ground Segment Manager

As a Global Ground Segment Engineer at Astranis, you will be at the forefront of our mission to deploy antenna systems and optimize ground operations. You will play a vital role in ensuring the success of our projects by owning our relationships with teleport operators and overseeing the procurement, installation, and management of our global antenna network. 

Role:
  • Project Leadership: Lead end-to-end technical programs related to ground operations, including the procurement, installation, and maintenance of large antenna systems.
  • Antenna Procurement: Manage the procurement process for large antenna systems and related components, working closely with the supply chain to ensure timely delivery and quality assurance.
  • Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with supply chain teams to understand the requirements and specifications of antenna systems, ensuring clear communication and efficient procurement processes.
  • Gateway Installation: Oversee the installation of gateways and associated equipment, ensuring a seamless and reliable internet experience for our operations.
  • Vendor and Partner Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain relationships with teleport operators, equipment vendors, and industry experts to stay updated on the latest technologies and best practices.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges in large antenna projects and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful execution.
  • Scheduling: Work with our Program Management team to produce and track the schedules of work that reflect and track the delivery of complex ground operations products.
  • Continuous Review: Use methods and metrics for assessing the schedule, technical, and quality performance of the work, and risks of the program.
  • Costing: Develop cost-based proposals for Senior Management.
  • Communications: Draft corporate communication and detailed processes and procedures as required.

Requirements:

  • 5-7+ years of experience in technical program management, particularly in large antenna systems and ground operations.
  • Strong background in supply chain management, with the ability to understand and communicate technical requirements effectively.
  • Proven experience in coordinating complex projects from inception to completion.
  • Familiarity with Gantt charts and project management software.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
  • Willingness to travel 15-20% of the time.
  • Comfortable with amorphous tasks and working outside of a highly defined role and job description to accomplish project objectives.
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment.

Bonus: 

  • Experience in the satellite communication industry or related fields is a plus.
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.
Base Salary
$140,000$185,000 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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