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RF Hardware Intern — (Summer 2024) - San Fransisco

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • San Francisco

Requirements

  • Passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development
  • Deep knowledge of basic RF concepts, such as transmission lines, impedance matching, filter design, and active RF circuits
  • Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing RF hardware for microwave frequencies
  • Experience with RF simulation tools (ADS or HFSS)
  • Experience taking RF measurements with spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers, etc.
  • US Citizenship or Green Card
  • 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:
  • Antennas and Electromagnetics propagation knowledge and background
  • Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDR)
  • Experience with PCB design using Altium or similar schematic and layout tools
  • Experience with Python (or other object-oriented programming language)
  • Experience automating RF measurements

Responsibilities

  • Design, simulate, implement, and measure passive/active RF sub-systems at microwave frequencies, including; LNAs, power amplifiers, up/down convertors, filters, oscillators, etc.
  • Integrate these systems into the spacecraft by working closely with the rest of the team

FAQs

What is the duration of the RF Hardware Intern internship?

Internships at Astranis typically last for twelve weeks.

Are the internships at Astranis paid positions?

Yes, the internships are hourly roles and are designed for students who are currently enrolled at a four-year university.

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

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects and meaningful work. Many past interns have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on Astranis’ first satellite.

Is there an opportunity for interns to become full-time employees?

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

Can I apply for the RF Hardware Intern position if I have already graduated from a four-year university?

No, if you have already graduated, you would need to apply as an Associate Engineer instead.

Where is the RF Hardware Intern position located?

The position is located in San Francisco.

Is the RF Hardware Intern role suitable for students with any major?

The job description does not specify majors, but it is typically suited for students in relevant fields such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related disciplines.

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.