Join Astranis as a CAD Engineer Intern to work on complex satellite design projects in a dynamic environment.
Posted by employer 4 weeks ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 week ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
Skills & Technologies
Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Not disclosed in this posting: years of experience, work arrangement.
Joblaze summary
The CAD Engineer Intern at Astranis will engage in modeling and drawing spacecraft components while also maintaining the design library and improving data infrastructure. Proficiency in SolidWorks, along with knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings, is essential for this role. This position is ideal for students pursuing degrees in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or related fields, who are eager to tackle complex hardware development challenges. Astranis fosters a collaborative environment where interns can contribute to significant projects that may lead to full-time opportunities.
Joblaze insights
- Listed 9 days ago on Joblaze — tracked directly from Astranis's career page.
- Astranis has 88 other open roles including Electrical Test Supervisor , Propulsion Technician, Tube Bending, PCBA Conformal Coating Technician.
- 168 active Solidworks roles on Joblaze right now.
- 65 active GD&T roles on Joblaze right now.
- Typical Solidworks salary we track runs $113,000–$149,000 (median $126,887, across 69 roles).
Quick facts
- What's the salary range?
- Astranis lists $29–$29 for this role.
- What's the tech stack?
- Joblaze extracted these technologies from the posting: GD&T, Solidworks.
- Does Astranis sponsor work visas for this role?
- Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
- What seniority level is this role?
- Astranis targets intern candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Internship for this CAD Engineer Intern (Winter 2027) role at Astranis.
From the original posting
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.
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 complex projects, no matter their seniority. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that have gone to space, and many of them are now full-time employees at Astranis.
Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks, and are hourly roles designed for individuals who are enrolled at a college or university. If you have already graduated from a four-year university, please apply to be an Associate Engineer.
Role
- Model and draw components, structures, and manifolds for the spacecraft and its supporting structures
- Maintain and improve our design library and data infrastructure
- Develop, ideate, and document considerate practices that enable good and efficient design
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a B.S. in either mechanical, aerospace, or an equivalent technical degree like physics, applied math, or industrial design
- Has a passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment with hands-on development
- Experience with SolidWorks
- Experience with GD+T and engineering drawings
- Experience with design of complex assemblies and components
- Experience in the design of spaceflight components and/or vacuum compatible systems
- Experience with surface modeling
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