Structural Analyst · Astranis

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:21:19 GMT
Engineering

Astranis · San Francisco · $115,000-$135,000 USD · onsite

As a Structural Analyst at Astranis, you will own the modeling, structural analysis, and testing of components, subsystems, and entire spacecraft.

Key responsibilities include: Performing analysis of complex components, assemblies, and spacecraft to satisfy launch and on-orbit requirements Helping define structural load requirements and test requirements for components and subsystems Leading vibration test campaigns for components, assemblies, and spacecraft that you have analyzed Developing and defining design best practices for future programs Assisting in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team

Requirements include: B.S. or M.S in mechanical, aerospace engineering or equivalent Strong Finite Element analysis skills (Femap/Nastran expertise preferred) Structural dynamics testing experience 1+ years of experience

Bonus requirements include: Experience correlating finite element models based on dynamics test data Experience analyzing and testing composite structures Experience defining vibration environments and running mechanical testing on spacecraft and spacecraft components Demonstrated ability to personally design, analyze, and procure complex mechanical assemblies with 30+ components in aerospace or similar Experience in synthesizing requirements and flowing them down to sub-scale verification builds and testing Acoustics analysis and/or test experience

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.

Base Salary: $115,000-$135,000 USD