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Communications/DSP Engineer — Intern (Fall 2024)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Software Engineering
  • San Francisco
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a passion for learning, strong fundamentals in signals/systems & digital communications, software development skills, analog knowledge, hands-on experience with test equipment, US Citizenship, and ability to work onsite in San Francisco. Bonus points for SDR, Python, GNU Radio, and FPGA experience.
  • You will design and implement signal processing for custom radio hardware, collaborate with FPGA developers, model end-to-end radio systems, and optimize performance for global markets.

Requirements

  • A passion for working in a fast-paced environment and constantly learning
  • Strong fundamentals in "signals and systems" (basic transforms, filters, aliasing, analysis in both continuous and discrete domains, interpolation, decimation, etc)
  • Strong fundamentals in digital communications (modulation, coding, synchronization, fading, doppler, multiple access, channel capacity, etc)
  • Familiar with software development (some experience writing software for DSP, MCU, and/or FPGA, experience in one or more scripting languages)
  • Familiar with analog concepts (amplifiers, analog filters, gain and delay variation, reflections, compression, etc)
  • Experience working with signal generator, signal analyzer, network analyzer, oscilloscope, etc
  • US Citizenship or Green Card
  • 40 hours per week minimum
  • Must be onsite in San Francisco 3 days a week minimum
  • Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria.
  • Bonus:
  • Experience with software defined radios
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience with GNU Radio
  • Experience with FPGA development (and/or embedded C)

Responsibilities

  • Design signal processing for custom software defined radio hardware (ex. channelization, equalization, PA linearization, gain control, carrier synchronization, symbol mapping, framing, channel coding/FEC, etc)
  • Work closely with FPGA developers to implement and test the signal processing on radio hardware
  • Model the end-to-end radio system from earth to space, and back.
  • Drive radio architecture trade studies, run link budgets, optimize the radio system for maximum performance for dozens of markets and use cases around the world

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship at Astranis?

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks.

Is this internship a paid position?

Yes, the internship is an hourly role designed for students currently enrolled at a four-year university.

What kind of work can I expect to do as an intern?

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging problems and meaningful projects. Past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is intended for use in space on Astranis's first satellite.

Are there opportunities for full-time employment after the internship?

Yes, many past interns have gone on to become full-time employees at Astranis after their internships.

What academic qualifications are required to apply for this internship?

Candidates must be currently enrolled at a four-year university to be eligible for the internship.

What should I do if I have already graduated from a four-year university?

If you have already graduated, you should apply for the position of Associate Engineer instead of the internship.

Will I be working independently or as part of a team during the internship?

Interns typically work as part of a team, collaborating on projects and contributing to group problem-solving efforts, though there may be opportunities to tackle individual tasks as well.

How can I apply for the Communications/DSP Engineer intern position?

You can apply by visiting the Astranis careers page and submitting your application through the internship listing.

What attributes does Astranis look for in an intern?

Astranis seeks candidates who are passionate about engineering, eager to tackle challenging problems, and willing to contribute to meaningful work in the aerospace field.

Small, low-cost communications satellites, in higher orbits.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
201-500
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Astranis is building small, low-cost telecommunications satellites. Our mission is to help get online the 4 billion people who are without internet access.