# Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate (Winter 2027) **Company:** [Astranis](https://zerogtalent.com/space-companies/astranis) **Location:** San Francisco **Work mode:** On-site **Seniority:** Entry **Employment type:** Full Time **Salary:** USD 1925–1925/wk **Category:** Software **Department:** Other **Listed:** 2026-09-18 [View and apply on Zero G Talent](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/network-planning-sales-engineer-associate-winter-2027-4704293006) ## What you'll do - Pre-sales and post-sales satellite network architecture and planning - Optimize high-throughput satellite networks across dozens of parameters - Configure digital payload, orbital slots, frequency plans - Optimize antenna systems, define user coverage areas - Select gateways, user terminals, networking/modem equipment ## What you need - Strong ability to optimize complex systems via trade studies - Process-oriented mindset, improving efficiency and anticipating tool needs - Scripting experience, preferably Python - Comfort in fast-paced, dynamic environment - Knack for math (bonus) ## Job description 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. #### **Network Planning Sales Engineer Associate (Winter 2027)** Associate positions at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are salaried roles designed for new grads who have graduated from a four-year university.  As an Associate, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems — we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, no matter their seniority. Many past associates have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.  If you are still a college student, please apply to join us as an Intern. **Role:** Pre-sales and post-sales network architecture and planning, which at its core involves optimizing high throughput satellite networks by understanding and trading dozens of parameters, including but not limited to: - Digital payload configuration - Orbital slot selection and frequency planning - Antenna system optimization, user coverage area definition - Gateway location(s) selection - User terminal selection - Networking / modem equipment selection and configuration The role provides a balance of technical and business / customer facing responsibilities, and is high visibility and high impact. This role includes 1:1 mentorship from a senior, seasoned sales engineer, enabling rapid learning and growth! **Requirements:** - Strong ability to optimize systems by juggling many variables, considering all options, running a detailed trade study - Process oriented mindset - constantly seeking more efficient ways of doing things, anticipating features needed from both internal and external tools - Scripting language experience, preferably Python - Enjoy a fast paced environment, with just the right amount of chaos ;)  - Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria. #### **Bonus:** - Knack for math - Ability to craft high quality presentations, deliver those presentations to potential partners, and succinctly answer challenging technical questions posed by partners - Willingness to travel a bit (< 10%) The base salary for this position is $1,925 per week. Base Salary $1,925—$1,925 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. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we invite all people to join our team and bring their unique perspectives to make us stronger. #### **Astranis SMS Terms of Service** 1. **Recruiting Updates:** By opting in, you agree to receive SMS updates, interview coordination, and recruiting communications from Astranis Space Technologies Corp. 2. **Opt-Out:** You can cancel this service at any time by replying **STOP**. 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Message frequency varies; carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. 5. **Privacy:** For details on how we protect your data, view our [Privacy Policy](https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.astranis.com%2Flegal%2Fprivacy). ## Other open roles at Astranis - [Electrical Engineer- SDR Hardware](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/electrical-engineer-sdr-hardware-4607847006) — San Francisco - [Procurement Intern (Winter 2027)](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/procurement-intern-winter-2027-4725805006) — San Francisco - [Senior Systems Administrator, USG Program](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/senior-systems-administrator-usg-program-4725641006) — San Francisco - [Electrical Engineering Manager - Software Defined Radio Hardware](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/electrical-engineering-manager-software-defined-radio-hardware-4263017006) — San Francisco - [Electrical Engineering Manager - Mixed Signal Hardware](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/electrical-engineering-manager-mixed-signal-hardware-4248232006) — San Francisco --- *Source: [Zero G Talent](https://zerogtalent.com), the job board for space, defense, AI, robotics and frontier-tech companies.*