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# Human Resources Business Partner -Benefits & Employee Experience at AST SpaceMobile

- **Company:** AST SpaceMobile
- **Location:** Miami Florida, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-09-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05
- **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4729897005

## Job description

AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices based on our extensive IP and patent portfolio and designed for both commercial and government applications. Our engineers and space scientists are on a mission to eliminate the connectivity gaps faced by today’s five billion mobile subscribers and finally bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected.

Position Overview

We are seeking an HR Business Partner, Benefits & Employee Experience, to support employees and leaders across the organization. This role serves as the primary HR partner for benefits administration, leave management, wellness initiatives, and employee experience programs while providing consultative support on employee relations, compliance, policy administration, and workforce matters.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in benefits and leave administration, a strong understanding of employment regulations, and the ability to build trusted relationships with employees, leaders, and external partners. This position requires a hands-on HR professional who can balance operational excellence with employee advocacy while contributing to broader HR initiatives that support organizational goals.

## Key Responsibilities

## Benefits & Employee Experience

- Lead the administration of employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, voluntary benefits, and wellness initiatives.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding benefits eligibility, enrollment, plan changes, claims issues, and vendor escalations.
- Manage annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications, educational sessions, enrollment support, and coordination with carriers, brokers, and vendors.
- Evaluate benefits utilization, employee feedback, and market trends to identify opportunities for program enhancements and improved employee satisfaction.
- Develop and deliver benefits communications and educational resources to improve employee understanding and engagement with available programs.
- Support employee wellness, recognition, and engagement initiatives that contribute to a positive workplace culture and employee retention.

Leave Administration & Compliance

- Oversee leave administration processes, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, parental leave, personal leaves of absence, and return-to-work programs.
- Coordinate workers' compensation claims, injury management, and return-to-work efforts in partnership with employees, managers, and third-party administrators.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including ACA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, ADA, ERISA, and related employment laws.
- Maintain accurate employee records, benefits documentation, and HRIS data to support compliance, reporting, and audit requirements.
- Support internal and external audits related to benefits, leave administration, and regulatory compliance.

HR Business Partnership

- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders on HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
- Provide guidance on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, workplace concerns, and policy interpretation.
- Partner with HR leadership to support workplace investigations, corrective actions, and performance management processes as needed.
- Assist leaders with employee development, engagement, retention, and workforce planning initiatives.
- Support onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.
- Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Total Rewards, Finance, and other business partners to support organizational objectives and strategic HR initiatives.
- Analyze HR metrics and trends related to benefits, leave, retention, engagement, and workforce demographics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

## Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required.

Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources experience with significant responsibility for benefits administration, leave management, employee experience, or HR business partnership functions.
- Experience managing employee benefit programs and leave administration in a multi-state or multi-site environment preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience administering FMLA, ADA accommodations, COBRA, ACA, HIPAA, ERISA, and workers' compensation programs.
- Experience partnering with benefits brokers, insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and wellness vendors.
- Experience supporting employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and performance management initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of federal and Florida employment laws and regulations.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Soft Skills:

- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- Ability to explain complex benefits, leave, and HR concepts in a clear and employee-friendly manner.
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills with a focus on delivering practical solutions.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in documentation, reporting, and compliance activities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with discretion.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative with a customer-service mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.

Technology Stack:

- HRIS/HCM & Benefits Administration Systems
- Leave Management & Payroll Platforms
- HR Analytics, Reporting & Workforce Tools
- ATS, LMS & Employee Engagement Platforms
- Microsoft Office 365 (Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Physical Requirements

- Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods.
- Ability to regularly move throughout manufacturing, warehouse, and operational facilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and by phone.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to participate in facility inspections, safety audits, and operational walk-throughs.
- Flexibility to work outside standard business hours when needed to support operations and employee needs.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands. AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

## About AST SpaceMobile

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network accessible directly by standard, unmodified smartphones.
- **Entity Type**: Public (Nasdaq: ASTS)
- **Headquarters**: Midland, Texas, USA
- **Founded**: 2017
- **Founders**: Abel Avellan

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Space-based telecommunications / Satellite broadband
- **Target customers**: B2B (mobile network operators), B2C (indirectly through MNOs), and government/defense agencies
- **Mission**: To eliminate connectivity gaps faced by today’s nearly six billion mobile subscribers and bring broadband to the billions who remain unconnected using a space-based cellular network.

## Products & Services
- **[SpaceMobile Network]**: A space-based cellular broadband network that delivers 4G/5G connectivity directly to standard smartphones without any hardware modifications, apps, or software updates.
- **[BlueBird Satellites]**: The company’s commercial satellite constellation, designed to provide full broadband coverage globally. BlueBird satellites are among the largest commercial communications arrays in low Earth orbit.
- **[BlueWalker 3]**: The prototype satellite used to demonstrate world-first voice, 5G, and video calls from space to ordinary phones.
- **[Government & Defense Solutions]**: Tailored connectivity for tactical and public safety applications (e.g., FirstNet tests, government contracts).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Market capitalization exceeded $8 billion as of August 2024 (stock price ~$38.60). More recent figures are not publicly available but the company has raised over $2 billion as of Q2 2025.
- **Key Metric (Total Funding)**: Over $2 billion raised (debt and equity) as of Q2 2025.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Vodafone, Rakuten, American Tower, Samsung Next, Cisneros, Google (product partnership), AT&T, Verizon, FirstNet Authority.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Partnerships with nearly 60 mobile network operators covering ~3 billion combined subscribers.
  - Successfully completed first VoLTE voice calls, video calls, and 5G data connections using standard smartphones via satellite.
  - First public safety tests on FirstNet (Jan 2024) and first activation for government defense use cases (June 2025).
  - Commercial contract with Vodafone through 2034 for Europe and Africa.
  - 578 employees as of 2024; expanding manufacturing and office footprint globally.

## Competitive Advantages
- **First-mover**: Only company offering direct-to-smartphone satellite broadband with no specialized hardware or software required.
- **Patent Moat**: Over 3,800 patents and pending claims protecting proprietary technology.
- **MNO Integration**: Deep partnerships with major global operators enable seamless integration with existing terrestrial networks.
- **Satellite Scale**: BlueBird satellites feature large phased-array antennas (BlueWalker 3 array is 693 sq ft), providing a field of view over 300,000 sq miles.

## Strategic Focus
- **Constellation Deployment**: Rapidly launching and operationalizing the BlueBird satellite fleet to start generating significant commercial revenue.
- **Global Coverage Expansion**: Targeting full service across multiple continents, with a focus on remote and underserved regions.
- **Government & Defense**: Broadening contracts for secure, tactical connectivity.
- **Technology Advancement**: Continued R&D on next-generation satellite capabilities and network optimization.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Fast-growing company with a startup mindset; employees are encouraged to wear many hats and tackle meaningful challenges.
- **Global Presence**: Offices in Midland (TX), Homestead (FL), Miami (FL), Lanham (MD), Tel Aviv, Barcelona, Edinburgh, Hyderabad, and other locations.
- **Impact**: Opportunity to work on a historic transformation in global connectivity, directly connecting billions of people.
- **Perks & Environment**: Nearly 500,000 sq ft of manufacturing and office facilities; emphasis on innovation, autonomy, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- **Career Growth**: Open positions listed on Greenhouse; values proactive, passionate innovators.

## Sources
1. [AST SpaceMobile Official Website](https://ast-science.com)
2. [AST SpaceMobile Company Page](https://ast-science.com/company/)
3. [AST SpaceMobile Careers Page](https://ast-science.com/company/careers/)
4. [AST SpaceMobile Investor Relations](https://investors.ast-science.com/)
5. [Wikipedia – AST SpaceMobile](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AST_SpaceMobile)

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