Join Astranis as a Satellite Operator, collaborating with engineers to ensure safe and reliable spacecraft operations.
Posted by employer 2 years ago
First seen on Joblaze 2 months ago
Last verified on the company career page 20 hours ago
Requirements
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Visa
- Sponsorship available
Benefits
Joblaze summary
In the role of Satellite Operator at Astranis, the individual will collaborate with engineers to develop and implement procedures for satellite operations, including launch and orbit maintenance. Key skills include a process-oriented mindset and familiarity with complex systems, though direct satellite experience is not mandatory. This position is ideal for motivated candidates with at least two years of professional experience, particularly those who thrive in fast-paced environments. The team operates on a 24/7 schedule, requiring flexibility for evening and overnight shifts.
Joblaze insights
- Listed about 2 months ago — first seen on Joblaze September 3, 2026. Last confirmed on Astranis's careers page November 6, 2026.
Quick facts
- Is the Satellite Operator role remote?
- No — this is an on-site role in San Francisco.
- What's the salary range?
- Astranis lists $44–$49 for this role.
- How much experience is required?
- At least 2 years of relevant experience for this Satellite Operator role.
- Where is the role based?
- Astranis is hiring for this position in San Francisco.
- 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 junior candidates for this position.
- Is this full-time or contract?
- Full-time for this Satellite Operator 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.
Satellite Operator
As our Mission Operator, you will work closely with mission operations engineers, hardware engineers, and software engineers writing and executing standard operating procedures used to safely and reliably fly spacecraft on orbit.
Our ideal candidate is highly motivated and open to learning how satellites are built, tested, and operated - no direct satellite operation experience is required, though relatable experience is desired.
Role
- Collaborate with engineers to create, test, and execute satellite operations procedures, including launch, early operations, orbit raising, and nominal sustainment operations procedures
- Monitor system health and report anomalies, working with the engineering team to safely resolve them
- Participate in training exercises, helping to enhance our training regimen for new satellite operators
- This role requires regular, consistent evening and overnight shifts, as well as weekend work to support 24/7 spacecraft operations
Requirements
- 2+ years of professional work experience
- Process-oriented mindset with emphasis on excellence and repeatable execution
- Highly motivated, self-starting, and able to perform duties without supervision
- A passion for working in a fast-paced, collaborative, high-stakes environment
- Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria
Bonus
- Basic understanding of satellite subsystems (hardware and software)
- Basic understanding of satellite ground systems, antennas, & RF
- Familiarity with testing and troubleshooting complex systems
- Familiarity with software development tools such as Git
- Experience operating complex systems
- Familiarity with GEO satellites
Shifts
The team operates on 3x8 hour shifts a day:
- Morning: 0700 - 1500
- Swing: 1500 - 2300
- Night: 2300 - 0700
and rotates between shifts every 2-3 months. Off-console work is not on a shift schedule.
|
Week 1 |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
|
|
Off-Console Work |
OFF |
On-Console Shift |
||||
|
Week 2 |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
Sunday |
|
|
On-Console Shift |
OFF |
Astranis SMS Terms of Service
-
Recruiting Updates: By opting in, you agree to receive SMS updates, interview coordination, and recruiting communications from Astranis Space Technologies Corp.
Standard company text repeated across Astranis's postings is omitted here.