Production Quality Engineer

San Francisco, United StatesOn-site

Responsibilities

Perform and support quality functions such as nonconformance resolution, first article inspection, root cause analysis, corrective actions, containments, statistical process control, etc.
Collaborate with design engineering teams to develop standards for part drawings, including identification of key characteristics, dimensioning and GD&T, and first article inspection plans for electro-mechanical assemblies.
Write and maintain quality management system (QMS) command media to govern how we design, build, and test hardware.
Perform process validation for new manufacturing processes in collaboration with production engineering.
Monitor key quality metrics such as product yield and in-process inspection results to help identify trends and areas for improvement.
Support process improvements that enhance manufacturability, reduce defects, or streamline production flow.

experience in electronics or electro-mechanical hardware manufacturing, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a strong track record of working effectively in dynamic environments. Role
Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline. 3+ years of
experience in a quality or manufacturing engineering role. •
Experience with inspection techniques and basic GD&T principles.
Basic proficiency in Python or SQL for data analysis.
Familiarity with root cause analysis, corrective action, and basic quality tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto).
Experience with CAD, PLM, or ERP systems such as Solidworks, Altium, and Arena. Hands-on
Experience reviewing design documentation and implementing first-article inspection plans.
Strong SQL and Python skills, and demonstrated ability to manage large data sets and create useful tools/dashboards/reports for others.
Demonstrated application of process validation and control methods such as PFMEA, design of experiments (DOE), and statistical process control (SPC).

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 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.
Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. Bonus •
What we offer: All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits.
Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package.
Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals.
Astranis pay ranges are informed 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.
Base Salary $130,000 — $180,000 USD U.S.

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.
Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent
requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization.
Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA.
You’ll work closely with engineering and production teams to solve complex quality challenges, lead root cause investigations, and help ensure our hardware meets the rigorous standards required for spaceflight.
Participate in quality reviews and audits to ensure adherence to process requirements and design intent.
Contribute to the definition and enforcement of factory standards such as ESD handling and cleanliness requirements. Requirements
experience qualifying and maintaining manufacturing processes for electronics and/or mechanical assemblies. •
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.