--- title: 'Quality Engineer (Mon-Thurs days) at AST SpaceMobile' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/quality-engineer-mon-thurs-days-ast-spacemobile-midland-texas-9nnx4r40z9ek' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Quality Engineer (Mon-Thurs days) at AST SpaceMobile - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** Midland Texas, United States - **Posted:** 2026-06-16 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4706713005 ## 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 Quality Engineer provides hands-on quality assurance and mission assurance support across product development, manufacturing, integration, and test activities. This role ensures hardware, software, and production processes meet internal standards, customer requirements, and regulatory/compliance obligations. The engineer drives defect prevention, root cause analysis, process control, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve product reliability, reduce risk, and ensure flight-ready performance of satellite systems and supporting equipment. This Shift 1 is a day shift working Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (4x10's). ## Key Responsibilities Quality Systems & Compliance - Prepare, maintain, and review quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and government requirements. - Support implementation and execution of Product Assurance Plans (PAPs), policies, and program strategies. - Ensure alignment with internal Quality Management System (QMS) standards and aerospace industry requirements. - Maintain documentation, traceability, and inspection records in regulated manufacturing environments. Inspection, Testing & Verification - Develop and implement inspection, testing, and evaluation standards and methods. - Create sampling plans, quality standards, and process control instructions for manufacturing teams. - Monitor production cycles and perform regular testing to identify defects, reliability risks, or performance issues early. - Support inspection and quality control activities for satellite system/subsystem integration and test, including flight hardware/software, ground support equipment, tooling, and calibrations. Production Quality & Continuous Improvement - Analyze production and test data to ensure products meet specifications and customer requirements. - Evaluate plant-wide processes and drive manufacturing efficiency improvements through process control or design changes. - Review corrective actions and verify effectiveness of implemented improvements. - Identify opportunities to reduce variation, improve yield, and enhance reliability. Nonconformance & Root Cause - Perform quality reviews and manage disposition of nonconforming material. - Generate reports and support MRB activities. - Process, investigate, and disposition RMAs. - Lead or support root cause and corrective action investigations (RCCA, 8D, 5-Why, fishbone). - Recommend and implement corrective and preventive measures to prevent recurrence. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, program management, and external vendors/contractors to ensure quality objectives are met. - Review design plans, process procedures, and test documentation to ensure compliance and manufacturability. - Support Design/Test/Manufacturing Readiness Reviews. - Provide ongoing quality engineering support to production and development teams. ## Qualifications Education - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required. ## Experience - 3+ years of quality engineering or related experience required. - 5+ years of experience within aerospace, aviation, military, or other high-reliability manufacturing environments preferred. - Experience working with Quality Management Systems and regulated production environments. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. - Experience leading or supporting root cause and corrective action initiatives. - Familiarity with piece-part, assembly, and system-level inspections and verifications. - Experience working in evolving, fast-paced production or cleanroom environments. - U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident required. ## Preferred Qualifications - Spacecraft or satellite hardware experience in cleanroom settings. - MRB/PR experience; QMRB certification a plus. - Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certifications. - ASQE certification. - Experience with program or project management tools. - Knowledge of export control and ITAR requirements. - Experience supporting readiness reviews (Design/Test/Manufacturing). Soft Skills - Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving ability. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Effective cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement. - High attention to detail and quality ownership mindset. - Adaptability in dynamic schedules and evolving requirements. Technology Stack - Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent productivity tools - Quality tools: RCCA/8D, SPC, control plans, sampling plans, MRB systems - Documentation/QMS platforms - Engineering drawings and inspection equipment/tools Physical Requirements - Prolonged periods working at a desk and computer. - Frequent movement throughout production and integration facilities. - Ability to work in manufacturing and cleanroom environments. - Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed. 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. 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