Senior CAD Engineer

astranis· 3703 Mechanical CAD
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📍 San Francisco

About this role

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.

Senior CAD Engineer

As an Astranis Senior CAD Engineer you will be a leader in the design and configuration of our spacecraft and the documentation and processes used to transfer from design to production.  You will develop, maintain and teach others about design methods and best practices, perform spacecraft-level design tasks such as waveguide routing and panel configuration, and manage spacecraft bills of material and change orders in conjunction with the vehicle engineering, production and supply chain teams.  You must have strong CAD design experience in complex systems.  Experience with spacecraft is a benefit but is not required.

Role

  • Manage configuration of top-level spacecraft assemblies in CAD and create and maintain bills of material for assemblies to transfer to production
  • Develop and document best practices for design
  • Teach and mentor others in design and drawing best practices
  • Manage the programs and procedures that govern how CAD interacts with PLM.
  • Model and draw components and systems, especially system-wide assemblies such as waveguide routes, propulsion systems and harnessing.
  • Check engineering drawings for components and systems
  • Assist in recruiting, interviewing and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in a design role and expertise in mechanical CAD
  • Experience with design and production of complex assemblies
  • Robust knowledge of SolidWorks
  • Working knowledge and experience in PDM Administration
  • Mastery of GD+T and engineering drawings
  • A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment including hands-on development

Bonus

  • Expertise of SolidWorks
  • Experience in design of spaceflight components and/or vacuum compatible systems
  • Experience designing and routing harnesses, waveguides and/or pipes
  • Experience with surface modeling
  • Experience with Arena
 

 

What we offer: 
 
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.
 

Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a 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.

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—$190,000 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Senior CAD Engineer position at astranis located?
This Senior CAD Engineer role at astranis is based in San Francisco. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Senior CAD Engineer at astranis belong to?
This Senior CAD Engineer position is part of the 3703 Mechanical CAD department at astranis. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior CAD Engineer position at astranis?
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When was the Senior CAD Engineer job at astranis posted?
This Senior CAD Engineer position at astranis was posted on Jun 18, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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