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# Senior Network and Infrastructure Engineer at AST SpaceMobile

- **Company:** AST SpaceMobile
- **Location:** Lanham, MD
- **Posted:** 2026-02-19
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-31
- **Apply:** https://ast-science.com/company/careers/?gh_jid=4664020005

## Job description

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Network and Infrastructure Engineer to build, maintain, and optimize the physical network and compute layer of our on‑premises environments. This role ensures the reliability, performance, and scalability of networks, firewalls, server hardware, racks, power, cabling, and related physical systems that support global production, lab, and test workloads. The ideal candidate brings deep hands‑on experience with datacenter operations, Cisco networking, physical compute hardware, and infrastructure best practices.

This is an in-person role. The ideal candidate must be located in an area central to Lanham, MD and Tysons, VA.

## Key Responsibilities

Physical Compute & Hardware Management

- Deploy, install, rack, cable, and power physical servers, storage systems, and supporting hardware.
- Perform hardware diagnostics, break/fix tasks, component replacement, and lifecycle upgrades.
- Manage firmware, BIOS, and device‑level updates to ensure reliability and security.
- Maintain accurate inventory of physical compute assets, spares, and components.

Datacenter Operations

- Design, deploy, and manage enterprise network infrastructure using Cisco technologies (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs).
- Architect and implement AWS networking solutions (VPCs, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53, security groups).
- Ensure proper airflow, rack layout, cable management, power distribution, and space planning.
- Coordinate with facilities for cooling, power budgeting, and physical security requirements.
- Perform routine datacenter health checks, environmental monitoring, and audits.
- Provide remote‑hands support for global sites as required.

Systems & Infrastructure Support

- Provision bare‑metal hosts and integrate hardware into virtualization or orchestration platforms.
- Collaborate with SRE, cloud, networking, and platform teams to support high‑availability workloads.
- Troubleshoot hardware and OS-level issues (Linux/Windows) during physical interventions.

Documentation & Process

- Maintain rack elevation diagrams, cabling maps, and hardware configuration records.
- Develop and maintain SOPs for installation, decommissioning, maintenance, and emergency recovery.
- Drive improvements in reliability, performance, physical infrastructure efficiency, and operational standards.

## Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or higher).

## Experience

- A minimum of 7+ years in datacenter operations, physical compute engineering, or server hardware roles.
- Expert‑level experience with Cisco networking technologies (CCNP or higher preferred).
- Proven experience with AWS networking and cloud‑native networking architectures.
- Strong hands‑on experience with racking/stacking servers, cabling, hardware diagnostics, and physical maintenance.
- Knowledge of enterprise server platforms (Cisco, Dell, HPE, Supermicro).
- Familiarity with Linux or Windows for basic troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (VLANs, LACP, routing, switching).
- Ability to lift \~50 lbs and work in hot/cold aisle environments.

## Preferred Qualifications

- Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Proxmox, KVM) or bare‑metal orchestration tools (MAAS, Tinkerbell).
- Experience with hardware monitoring, observability, or datacenter telemetry systems.
- Knowledge of datacenter best practices including power planning, cooling optimization, and structured cable management.

Soft Skills

- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail in documentation, configuration, and operational processes.
- Strong problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Proven ability to work efficiently in fast‑paced and physically demanding environments.

Technology Stack

- Networking: Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs; routing protocols (BGP, OSPF).
- Cloud networking: AWS VPC, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53, security groups.
- Hardware/Compute: Dell, Cisco UCS, HPE, Supermicro server platforms.
- Virtualization: VMware vSphere/ESXi, Proxmox, KVM.
- OS: Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS), Windows Server (basic troubleshooting).
- Tools: Monitoring/observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, OpenObserve.
- Documentation: Rack diagrams, cabling maps, inventory systems.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to work in a standard datacenter environment, including hot and cold aisles.
- Ability to lift and move up to \~50 lbs of equipment.
- Ability to use a computer for extended periods to support documentation, troubleshooting, and operational tasks.
- Ability to travel or support remote sites 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. [Wikipedia – AST SpaceMobile](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AST_SpaceMobile)

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