RF Integration Team Lead

Responsibilities

• Hire, develop, and lead a high-performing team of RF test engineers, cultivating a culture of technical excellence and safety.
• Oversee the design and implementation of hardware test racks using COTS equipment and custom PCBAs to measure complex RF signals.
• Drive the development of Python-based automation software to interface with flight hardware and RF test equipment like VNAs and spectrum analyzers.
• Scale cross-functional business processes for RF test requirements capture, development, and rigorous validation.
• Partner with RF Design, Mechanical Integration, and Environmental Test teams to integrate test insights into design improvements.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and work plans to ensure production milestones are met while maintaining high quality.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of professional experience in a fast-paced hardware product development or production environment.
• Proven track record of building, managing, and mentoring engineering teams.
• Strong Design-for-Test (DFT) and test automation mindset tailored to complex hardware.
• Ability to synthesize and summarize dense, highly technical RF and systems topics for executive leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build engineering and operational processes from scratch.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency (Green Card) is required.
• Ability to work onsite at our San Francisco HQ 5 days a week.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with RF test and measurement equipment (VNAs, Spectrum Analyzers, Noise Figure Meters, Signal Generators).
• Proficiency in Python or C++ for test automation and data analysis.
• Familiarity with the space environment, aerospace hardware integration, and test flows (TVAC, Vibration, EMI/EMC).
• Experience managing a mixed team of engineers and technicians in a production environment.
• Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and digital communication systems.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($160,000 - $180,000 USD range).
• 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.

About the Company

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. We provide dedicated, secure networks to large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and a growing backlog of commercial contracts, Astranis is a leader in satellite communications, backed by top-tier investors and a team of world-class engineers.