# RF Hardware Intern (Winter 2027) **Company:** [Astranis](https://zerogtalent.com/space-companies/astranis) **Location:** San Francisco **Work mode:** On-site **Seniority:** Intern **Employment type:** Internship **Salary:** USD 29–29/hr **Category:** Engineering **Department:** Payload Internships **Listed:** 2026-09-30 [View and apply on Zero G Talent](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/rf-hardware-intern-winter-2027-4708417006) ## What you'll do - Design, simulate, implement, measure passive/active RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies - Integrate RF sub-systems into spacecraft collaborating with team ## What you need - Enrolled in Bachelor's EE/physics program - Deep knowledge of RF concepts (transmission lines, impedance matching, filter design) - Hands-on experience designing, building, testing RF hardware at microwave frequencies - Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS or HFSS) - Experience with RF measurement equipment (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers) ## 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. #### **RF Hardware Intern (Winter 2027) ** Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.    As an Intern, 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 interns 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 have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate Engineer. **Role** - Design, simulate, implement, and measure passive/active RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies, including; LNAs, power amplifiers, up/down convertors, filters, oscillators, etc. - Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team  #### **Requirements** - Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's Degree program in electrical engineering, physics, applied physics, or related technical field - Passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development - Deep knowledge of basic RF concepts, such as transmission lines, impedance matching, filter design, and active RF circuits - Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing RF hardware for microwave frequencies - Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS or HFSS) - Experience taking RF measurements with spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, etc. - Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria. #### **Bonus** - Antennas and Electromagnetics propagation knowledge and background - Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDR) - Experience with PCB design using Altium or similar schematic and layout tools - Experience with Python (or other object-oriented programming language) - Experience automating RF measurements The base pay for this position is $29.00 per hour. Base Hourly Pay $29—$29 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**. We will send one final text confirming your unsubscription. 3. **Opt-In Again:** To resume receiving messages, reply **START** or **YES**. 4. **Support & Rates:** For assistance, reply **HELP** or contact us at +16504498097. Message and data rates may apply. 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 - [Embedded Software Developer, Network/Payload Intern (Summer 2027)](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/embedded-software-developer-network-payload-intern-summer-2027-4704569006) — San Francisco - [Regulatory Policy Analyst](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/regulatory-policy-analyst-4728716006) — Washington, District of Columbia, United States - [Mission Management Program Manager](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/mission-management-program-manager-4728369006) — San Francisco - [Manufacturing Engineer, Machining & Additive Associate (Winter 2027)](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/manufacturing-engineer-machining-additive-associate-winter-2027-4728059006) — San Francisco - [Hardware Test Engineer](https://zerogtalent.com/space-jobs/astranis/hardware-test-engineer-4727979006) — San Francisco --- *Source: [Zero G Talent](https://zerogtalent.com), the job board for space, defense, AI, robotics and frontier-tech companies.*