About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will work alongside our engineering team to contribute to satellite technology. This role is based on-site in San Francisco, California.
What you'll do#
- Design, write, and test software, including embedded software for satellites.
- Develop ground control and testing software.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent technical degree.
- Experience with Python, C++, and scripting languages.
- A demonstrated ability to design, write, and test software from scratch.
- U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or refugee/asylee status is required to comply with export regulations.
Bonus points#
- Experience with embedded systems running on bare metal.
- Experience with real-time operating systems.
- Experience with FPGA or DSP programming.
Location & details#
- Location: San Francisco, California.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Compensation: $29.00 per hour.
About Astranis Space Technologies
Astranis Space Technologies designs and manufactures satellites for high-orbit operations. Founded in 2015, the company is based in San Francisco and employs over 500 people. Its primary product, MicroGEO, delivers broadband services to commercial and government customers. The firm maintains contracts with organizations including NASA and the Space Force to support various communications and science missions.
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