Astra
General Application - New Grads
Alameda, CA · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 days ago
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About the role
- This is a unique opportunity for recent graduates to contribute to both in-space propulsion technologies and launch vehicle hardware while exploring different engineering disciplines.
- Collaboration: Work on cross-disciplinary teams across spacecraft and launch vehicle programs to solve complex engineering challenges.
Responsibilities
- Work with senior engineers to design, develop, and test spacecraft and launch vehicle hardware.
- Support requirements definition, interface management, and integration activities for flight systems spanning spacecraft and launch vehicles.
- Assist with CAD modeling, design for manufacturability, and structural/thermal design of components such as thrusters, tanks, structures, or engine hardware.
- Perform structural, thermal, or fluid analyses for both spacecraft subsystems and launch vehicle components; contribute to trade studies that guide major design decisions.
- Candidates who apply to this general posting will be considered for multiple roles across systems engineering, mechanical design, and analysis disciplines.
- How You'll Fulfill Your Mission Contribute to Design & Development: Work with senior engineers to design, develop, and test spacecraft and launch vehicle hardware.
- Systems Engineering: Support requirements definition, interface management, and integration activities for flight systems spanning spacecraft and launch vehicles.
- Mechanical Engineering: Assist with CAD modeling, design for manufacturability, and structural/thermal design of components such as thrusters, tanks, structures, or engine hardware.
- Analysis Engineering: Perform structural, thermal, or fluid analyses for both spacecraft subsystems and launch vehicle components; contribute to trade studies that guide major design decisions.
- Documentation: Support the preparation of engineering drawings, test reports, and design documentation to industry standards.
Requirements
- All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant's status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency
- in addition to any required company background checks and in compliance with applicable U.S. and California laws.
Nice to have
- Why We Value You Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
- Strong academic foundation in engineering fundamentals (mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, or systems analysis).
- Familiarity with CAD tools, modeling software, or coding/scripting languages (MATLAB, Python, etc.) is a plus.
- Passion for spacecraft and launch vehicle systems and motivation to learn in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
- Astra's mission is to improve life on Earth from space by creating a healthier and more connected planet.
- Based on interests, skills, and company needs, successful applicants will be matched to specific teams after the initial hiring process.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Compensation
- temp to full-time $22/hr The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base salary range in the San Francisco Bay Area and excludes additional earnings such as bonus and benefits.
- If your salary requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply.
- You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position.
- Here at Astra, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.
Company info
- We are seeking highly motivated new graduate engineers to join our team developing advanced spacecraft and launch vehicle systems.
Visa & Work Authorization
- All jobs restricted by these regulations will be contingent upon the applicant's status as a documented U.S. Person or their ability to receive a trade license from the cognizant government agency; in addition to any req
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