Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer Associate (Fall 2026)

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. Associate positions typically last twelve weeks and are salaried roles designed for new graduates. Position Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer Associate (Fall 2026). Role Work with the Guidance, Navigation, and Control team to design, build, and test satellite software and hardware Requirements Currently enrolled in a M.S program in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, CS, physics) with a focus on control systems, orbital mechanics, or spacecraft design, or a related technical field, and hold a four-year degree in a similar discipline Familiarity with control theory and/or estimation methods Experience with Python and/or C/C++ Demonstrated ability to personally design, build, and test software and/or hardware from scratch Bonus Familiarity with spacecraft design Experience with low thrust trajectories Compensation Base Salary: $1,925 per week. Eligibility 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Astranis Space Technologies