Network Planning Sales Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

TL;DR

Network Planning Sales Engineer Intern: Optimizing high throughput satellite networks by understanding and trading dozens of parameters with an accent on digital payload configuration, orbital slot selection and frequency planning. Focus on antenna system optimization, user coverage area definition, and gateway location(s) selection.

Location: 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)

Salary: $29 per hour

Company

hirify.global builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system.

What you will do

• Pre-sales and post-sales network architecture and planning.
• Optimizing high throughput satellite networks.
• Digital payload configuration.
• Orbital slot selection and frequency planning.
• Antenna system optimization, user coverage area definition.
• Gateway location(s) selection.

Requirements

• Strong ability to optimize systems by juggling many variables, considering all options, running a detailed trade study.
• Process oriented mindset - constantly seeking more efficient ways of doing things, anticipating features needed from both internal and external tools.
• Scripting language experience, preferably Python.
• Enjoy a fast paced environment.
• U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required

Nice to have

• Knack for math.
• Ability to craft high quality presentations, deliver those presentations to potential partners, and succinctly answer challenging technical questions posed by partners.
• Willingness to travel a bit (< 10%).

Culture & Benefits

• Internships at hirify.global typically last for twelve weeks.
• Amazing opportunity to work on hard problems.
• Chance to do meaningful work on challenging projects.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace.