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. 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 is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. 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. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. HARNESS MANUFACTURING INTERN (FALL 2026) Associate positions typically last for twelve weeks, and are salaried roles designed for students who have already received a bachelor's degree (or who will have done so before working at Astranis). As an Associate, you will have an amazing opportunity to work on hard problems — we pride ourselves on giving everyone at Astranis a chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects, and our Associate work on projects that are of equal importance and difficulty to the projects we give our full-time employees. Many past Associates have designed and tested hardware/software that is heading to space on our first satellite, and many now work at Astranis full-time. If you are still a college student, please apply to join us as an Intern. Role * The Harness Manufacturing Associate will support the design, build, and continuous improvement of wire harness and cable assembly processes. This role provides hands-on exposure to production environments, manufacturing documentation, quality systems, and process optimization in a low/medium volume production setting. RESPONSIBILITIES * Support manufacturing engineers with process documentation and work instruction review * Assist with wire harness and cable assembly builds, including cutting, stripping, crimping, labeling, and lacing * Participate in quality inspections * Help analyze manufacturing issues such as defects, rework, and throughput constraints * Assist with equipment qualification, tooling and fixture improvements, and test setups * Support DFM/DFA feedback to engineering teams * Collect and review production data for process improvement initiatives REQUIREMENTS * Currently hold a four-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field * A passion for hardware development, including working in a fast-paced environment and hands-on design and development * Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize * Strong communication skills * Familiarity with spacecraft systems and operation * Must be onsite 5 days a week BONUS * Hands-on experience in designing, building, and testing any type or hardware * Experience working a laboratory or industrial environment * Experience in CAD * Direct electrical or mechanical design experience The base salary for this position is $1,925 per week. Base Salary $1,925—$1,925 USD 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 products are built for everyone, regardless of gender, race, creed, or background. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we invite all people to join our team and bring their unique perspectives to make us stronger. SMS TERMS OF SERVICE 1. When you opt in to receive SMS messages from Astranis Space Technologies Corp., we may send you messages related to your job application, including updates, interview coordination, and other recruiting communications. 2. You can cancel the SMS service at any time by replying with any of the following industry standard keywords: a. STOP b. STOPALL c. OPTOUT d. CANCEL e. END f. QUIT g. UNSUBSCRIBE h. REVOKE 3. After you opt out, we may send one final text message confirming that you have been unsubscribed. No further recruiting SMS messages will be sent unless you opt in again. 4. To opt back in, reply with any of the following industry standard keywords: a. START b. UNSTOP c. YES 5. For help, reply HELP or contact us at EMAIL or PHONE NUMBER. 6. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. 7. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. Contact your wireless provider for details. 8. For more information on how we handle your data, please review our Privacy Policy at: https://www.astranis.com/legal/privacy.

Harness Manufacturing Associate (Fall 2026)

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