--- title: 'Satellite Manufacturing Engineer at AST SpaceMobile' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/satellite-manufacturing-engineer-ast-spacemobile-midland-afnhskx7f3ge' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-17' --- # Satellite Manufacturing Engineer at AST SpaceMobile - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** Midland, TX - **Posted:** 2026-02-22 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-17 - **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4662231005 ## 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 a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, evaluate, and continuously improve manufacturing methods and processes that sustain production of existing products while enabling efficient introduction of new products. This role partners closely with Product Engineering and Operations to ensure manufacturability, safety, quality, scalability, and cost efficiency across production programs. The ideal candidate brings strong process engineering fundamentals, hands-on problem solving, and continuous improvement experience within a manufacturing environment. ## Key Responsibilities - Assess new product concepts and designs for manufacturability and provide recommendations to R&D/Product Engineering - Develop and implement manufacturing methods and processes that meet safety, quality, cost, and schedule objectives - Conduct proof-of-principle and proof-of-concept studies for new processes and technologies - Perform detailed process design including layouts, tooling, fixturing, programming, testing, and documentation - Continuously improve production methods using Six Sigma and Lean methodologies - Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues impacting production performance - Lead or participate in Safety, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives - Qualify new or modified products and processes through validation and production readiness - Create and maintain work instructions, process procedures, and technical documentation - Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to ensure manufacturing readiness ## Qualifications Education - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronic, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering OR - 8+ years of equivalent manufacturing engineering experience ## Experience - Associate Level: 0–3 years of manufacturing environment experience - Mid-Level: 3+ years of manufacturing environment experience ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience with pFMEA, Lean Manufacturing, and Kaizen events - Experience working in liaison or concurrent engineering environments - Experience with robotic or automated manufacturing equipment - Demonstrated history of process optimization and new process design using Six Sigma principles - Black Belt Six Sigma (DMAIC) certification - Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD tools - Experience with ERP/MES/PLM systems (e.g., Solumina, NetSuite, Fusion 360) Soft Skills - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Effective verbal and written communication - Technical writing capability for procedures and work instructions - Strong organizational and project management skills - Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced production environment - Leadership mindset with continuous improvement focus Technology Stack - Microsoft Office Suite - CAD/CAM tools - Tooling and fixture design systems - Gauging and capability study tools - ERP/MES/PLM systems (Solumina, NetSuite, Fusion 360 or equivalent) Physical Requirements - Ability to work in a manufacturing/production environment - Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout production areas for extended periods - Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs - Ability to use standard manufacturing and computer equipment 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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