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title: 'Launch Campaign Technical Program Manager at AST SpaceMobile'
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# Launch Campaign Technical Program Manager at AST SpaceMobile

- **Company:** AST SpaceMobile
- **Location:** United States
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-09-11
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12
- **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4732553005

## 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

The Launch Campaign Technical Program Manager (TPM) shall provide strategic, operational, and programmatic support to the AST Launch Director in the planning, coordination, execution, and continuous improvement of satellite launch campaigns and associated launch logistics, infrastructure, and operational readiness initiatives. The TPM will serve as a trusted advisor and extension of the Launch Director's organization, helping coordinate cross-functional activities, identify risks, drive closure of action items, and support successful mission execution.

## Key Responsibilities

- Support the Launch Director in developing and maintaining integrated launch campaign plans, schedules, milestones, and readiness metrics.
- Assist in coordinating campaign activities across engineering, manufacturing, AI&T, mission operations, supply chain, logistics, launch service providers, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor campaign readiness status and identify schedule, resource, technical, operational, or logistical risks requiring management attention.
- Support preparation for launch readiness reviews, operational readiness reviews, campaign milestones, and executive briefings.
- Assist the Launch Director in coordinating spacecraft transportation, ground support equipment deployment, personnel movement, and launch-site operational activities.
- Support logistics planning and coordination with launch service providers, transportation vendors, customs agencies, and launch-site personnel.
- Support development and maintenance of launch campaign logistics plans and operational procedures.
- Support planning and execution of launch-related infrastructure projects, facility enhancements, and operational capability improvements.
- Assist in evaluating launch-site facilities, support equipment, consumables, communications systems, and operational resources necessary to support campaign objectives.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure launch activities align with campaign schedules and mission requirements.
- Maintain readiness dashboards, action-item trackers, risk registers, and status reporting tools.
- Support budget, resource, and supplier coordination activities related to launch campaigns and associated projects.
- Support establishment of best practices, campaign standards, and operational procedures to improve efficiency and mission success.

## Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a STEM-related field

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of program management or mission management experience

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with LEO satellite constellations
- Familiarity with mission planning and launch operations
- Knowledge of launch vehicles and payload accommodations
- Experience testing complex systems
- Experience working with heavy loads under cranes
- Prior work in a 24/7 operations environment
- Exposure to automation and AI enabled tools

Soft Skills

- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of all documentation and project deliverables
- Self-starter with initiative and ownership mindset
- Adaptability to rapidly evolving system requirements

Physical Requirements

- Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to travel to launch providers as necessary for launch campaign durations
- Must be able to remain alert and responsive during prolonged periods of monitoring and operations

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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