--- title: 'Manufacturing Production Scheduler at AST SpaceMobile' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/manufacturing-production-scheduler-ast-spacemobile-united-states-e61fw2w87f0y' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-26' --- # Manufacturing Production Scheduler at AST SpaceMobile - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** United States - **Posted:** 2026-09-24 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-26 - **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4737894005 ## 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. 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 a highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Manufacturing Production Scheduler in support of large-scale manufacturing activities across multiple operational sites. This position is responsible for overseeing production scheduling strategy, coordinating closely with the Planning team, managing production order release schedules, and ensuring alignment between material availability, manufacturing capacity, and production execution. Key Responsibilities: - Develop, maintain, and communicate production schedules. - Monitor work orders, production progress, capacity constraints, material shortages, and schedule performance. - Coordinate with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, and Program Management. - Identify schedule risks and proactively communicate impacts and recovery plans. - Maintain accurate ERP production scheduling data. - Review MRP requirements and assist with production work order management. - Participate in and support daily production meetings. - Prepare production reports, dashboards, and management presentations. - Analyze schedule adherence, backlog, capacity, and on-time delivery. - Support continuous improvement initiatives. - Track action items and ensure commitments are completed. Qualifications: Education: - Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or related technical discipline preferred. - Equivalent combination of education and directly related manufacturing scheduling experience may be considered. Experience: - 2-3+ years of experience in manufacturing, production planning, scheduling, supply chain, or a related environment. - Strong ERP knowledge. - Strong Excel and data-analysis skills. - Excellent verbal and written communication. - Ability to manage multiple priorities. - Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and accountability. Preferred Qualifications: - Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience. - ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or equivalent) - Experience with MRP, capacity planning, and production control. Soft Skills: - Strong organizational and time management skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Accountability and ownership. - Professional and dependable work ethic. - Punctual and reliable. - Strong attention to detail. - Analytical and critical-thinking ability. - Problem solving mindset. - Ability to prioritize competing requirements. - Ability to remain calm under pressure. - Adaptability in a changing manufacturing environment. - Collaborative and team oriented. - Confident meeting participation. - Ability to communicate difficult information professionally. - Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. - Ability to build positive relationships across departments. Hard Skills: - Manufacturing and production scheduling. - Production planning and production control. - ERP/MRP systems knowledge. - SAP or NetSuite experience preferred but not required. - Microsoft Excel: advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, Power Query, Macros, VBA. - Data analysis and reporting. - Microsoft PowerPoint and professional presentation development. - Tableau and/or Power BI. - Capacity planning and workload analysis. - Work order management. - KPI development and performance reporting. - Data visualization and dashboard development. - Basic understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes and quality requirements. Physical Requirements - Ability to work in manufacturing and industrial production environments. - Ability to regularly engage with production teams on manufacturing floors to monitor schedule execution. - Ability to sit for extended periods while analyzing production schedules and operational planning data. - Occasional travel between operational sites as business needs require. - Ability to work in fast-paced manufacturing environments with shifting operational priorities and aggressive production deadlines. Temporary House Allowance (If You Accept) - Up to $5,000 in temporary housing - $1,050/month stipend to support living arrangements after 1st working month on an ongoing basis 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. 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. 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