Astranis is connecting the four billion people in the world who do not currently have access to the internet. We are building the next generation of smaller, lower-cost spacecraft to bring the world online.
 
We are well-funded by some of the best investors in the business and have raised over $400 million to date. We have a world-class team that is passionate about building amazing technology. And we have a fun and collaborative work environment where you will learn a lot and make a huge impact no matter where you are in your career. Just check out our Glassdoor reviews to see what our team has to say about working at Astranis.
 
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Aerospace Welder

 
The Production team is looking for a detail-oriented welder who takes pride in the quality of their craftsmanship. As an aerospace welder, you will be responsible for orbital tube welding of propulsion manifolds and components in a cleanroom environment. You will also own welding of ground support equipment and tooling, which will be used for the assembly, integration, and test of geostationary satellites. As needed, you will help with the assembly of spacecraft and other production activities other than welding. If you want to take your welding skills and level of ownership to the next level, this could be the role for you!

Role:

    • Weld and inspect the welds of high purity fluidic propulsion systems (orbital welds on steel tubes and components).
    • Operate equipment like an orbital tube welder, helium leak detector, manual TIG welder, drill press, chop saw, and weld fixturing.
    • Fabricate and weld ground support equipment and tooling, using MIG and TIG welding on both steel and aluminum.
    • Work in a clean room environment with high value hardware, ensuring the highest level of cleanliness and integrity.
    • Assure process quality, repeatability, and continuous improvement by working with engineering to make changes to the hardware designs and manufacturing processes.

Requirements:

    • 3+ years of TIG welding experience on a variety of materials, including ability to spec equipment and consumables, set up parts, perform welding, and inspect work.
    • Experience working in a shop environment with knowledge of how to use fabrication and assembly equipment and tools such as drill press, band saw, hand tools, etc.

Bonus:

    • Demonstrated capabilities in orbital tube welding and working in a high quality manufacturing environment.
    • Hands-on experience working with fluid systems, including cleanliness requirements and cleaning processes.
    • Welding and weld inspection certifications.
    • Experience with x-ray inspection.
    • Experience working with aerospace propulsion systems.
All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity, robust benefits, and bonuses.
The base pay for this position ranges from $30 - $50 per hour.
 
What we offer: 
Base pay is a single component of Astranis' total rewards package, which may also include equity in the form of incentive stock options, performance bonuses, high quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance benefits, flexible PTO, 401(K) retirement, and free on-site catered meals.
 
Astranis pay ranges are infomed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position.
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.
 
All employees of Astranis are required to be vaccinated by the start of their employment. Mandatory vaccinations support our commitment to making our workplace and public facilities as safe and welcoming as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals who are not able to get the vaccine due to qualifying medical or religious reasons.

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