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Astro Mechanica

PLM Administrator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Astro Mechanica is seeking a PLM Engineer to build the digital backbone that enables our team to design, manufacture, and deliver aircraft. As our first dedicated PLM hire, you'll own how product ...

KBR

Mid Astro Software Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

Title: Mid Astro Software Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security ... Maintain strong familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies to enhance operational ...

Astro Mechanica

PLM Administrator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$150K - $210K/yr

Astro Mechanica is seeking a PLM Engineer to build the digital backbone that enables our team to design, manufacture, and deliver aircraft. As our first dedicated PLM hire, you'll own how product ...

KBR

Mid Astro Software Engineer

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

Title: Mid Astro Software Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security ... Maintain strong familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies to enhance operational ...

Astro Mechanica

Aircraft Mechanic

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125K - $160K/yr

We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy. WHO YOU ARE: Astro Mechanica is looking for an Aviation Engine Technician to join our growing team. The ideal ...

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How much do astro developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for astro developer in the United States is $19.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Astro developer?

An Astro Developer is a web developer who specializes in building websites and web applications using the Astro framework. Astro is a modern, open-source framework that enables developers to create fast and optimized static sites and server-rendered applications. Astro allows you to use components from frameworks like React, Vue, and Svelte together in one project, and focuses on shipping less JavaScript to the browser for improved performance. Astro Developers are skilled in frontend technologies and leverage Astro's unique features to deliver efficient and scalable web solutions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Astro developer?

To thrive as an Astro Developer, you need strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, along with a solid understanding of the Astro framework and modern web development practices. Familiarity with tools like npm, Git, and integrations with frameworks such as React, Vue, or Svelte is typically required. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate and deliver performant, maintainable websites. These abilities ensure you can leverage Astro's strengths to build fast, scalable, and user-friendly web applications.

What are some common challenges Astro developers face when integrating third-party APIs or services into their projects?

Astro Developers often encounter challenges ensuring seamless integration with third-party APIs, especially when balancing Astro’s partial hydration approach with dynamic data needs. Handling client-side interactivity while maintaining performance can require careful planning, such as strategically loading scripts or using Astro Islands. Additionally, managing API keys securely and dealing with changing API responses can be complex in a static-first environment. Collaboration with backend teams or API providers is also essential to troubleshoot issues and ensure data consistency.

What is the difference between Astro Developer vs Front-End Developer?

AspectAstro DeveloperFront-End Developer
Required SkillsProficiency in Astro framework, JavaScript, HTML, CSSProficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue
Work EnvironmentWeb development projects focusing on static site generation and performance optimizationBroader web applications, UI/UX design, and client-side scripting
Industry UsageEmerging in modern web development, especially for static sitesWidely used across all web development sectors

Astro Developers specialize in using the Astro framework to build fast, static websites, while Front-End Developers work on a broader range of web interfaces using various frameworks. Both roles require strong JavaScript skills, but Astro Developers focus more on static site generation and performance optimization within the Astro ecosystem.

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Infographic showing various Astro Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,987 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Propulsion Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Astro Mechanica
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$125K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, analyze, and validate propulsion systems from early prototype through flight qualification and vehicle integration.

  • Complete detailed hardware design, including structural, thermal, and fluid analyses, and support with prototype assembly and tooling.

  • Conduct hardware testing, analyze data to verify requirements and performance, and diagnose hardware problems with corrective actions.

Job description

ABOUT US:
Astro Mechanica is a vertically integrated aerospace company building a faster, more connected future. Our mission is to democratize high-speed flight by making supersonic travel flexible, accessible, and sustainable. We believe that rapid, on-demand, point-to-point global mobility will become the new standard for moving people and goods across the planet. To achieve this, we are integrating our advanced airframe and engine technologies-which include Duality™, our proprietary dual-use propulsion system-with a new flight operations model to make supersonic transport as efficient and economical as commercial air travel is today. In the near term, we are developing adaptable, high-speed systems to close aircraft performance gaps for the United States government.
WHO WE ARE:
We're a team of passionate engineers dedicated to advancing aerospace. We're generalists with specialist depth, united by a flat structure and a shared obsession with building things that work well. We move fast, stay pragmatic, and let engineering excellence speak louder than hierarchy.
WHO YOU ARE:
Astro Mechanica is seeking a Propulsion Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is someone who can take full ownership of hardware design from concept to production, and has a deep understanding of their impact on surrounding systems. Technical challenges are resolved from first principles. Your work at Astro Mechanica will have a direct impact on the configuration and performance of the Duality™ engine.
In this role, your mission will be to design, analyze, and validate critical propulsion systems from early prototype through flight qualification, vehicle integration, and aircraft flight. You embody the test-like-you-fly philosophy.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • Ideate on design trade studies while considering system-level impacts
  • Complete detailed design and support with structural, thermal, fluid analyses
  • Present design reviews and solicit feedback from stakeholders
  • Assemble prototypes firsthand, design complementary tooling, establish work instructions
  • Conduct hardware test and analyze data to verify requirements and performance metrics
  • Diagnose hardware problems efficiently and determine corrective actions

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
  • 2+ years hands-on experience with fluidic and mechanical systems, propulsion systems
  • Proficient in solid, surface, and sheet metal CAD modeling (Siemens NX)
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, precision measurement and GD&T
  • Understanding of propulsion systems, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and turbomachinery
  • Experience with data acquisition, instrumentation, and power electronics
  • Takes initiative for continuous improvement (not just completing assigned tasks)
  • Flexibility to work in fast-paced environment
  • Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality in all work

PERKS AND BENEFITS:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) program and transparent stock option plan
  • Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time
  • Flexible work environment
  • Company-funded perks, including weekly team lunches and Astro Mechanica swag

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
At Astro Mechanica, we highly value in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen our company culture. We consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role.
Astro Mechanica is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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