Spacecraft mechanisms manufacturing and test support
Develop testing requirements, materials, processes, and tooling
Troubleshoot anomalies and perform root-cause analysis
AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Mechanisms Manufacturing Engineer to support the assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms in Midland, United States. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical or aerospace engineering and relevant experience in aerospace hardware assembly and testing
Job Summary
AST SpaceMobile is building the first and only global cellular broadband network in space to operate directly with standard, unmodified mobile devices.
Provide manufacturing and test engineering support to Production during build, integration, and verification phases.
Troubleshoot and investigate anomalies and failures, perform root-cause analysis, and drive resolution.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Mechanisms Manufacturing Engineer to support the assembly, integration, and testing of spacecraft mechanisms in Midland, United States. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical or aerospace engineering and relevant experience in aerospace hardware assembly and testing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Spacecraft mechanisms manufacturing and test support
Develop testing requirements, materials, processes, and tooling
Troubleshoot anomalies and perform root-cause analysis
Collaborate with design, test, and production teams
Nice-to-have
Experience with space-qualified mechanisms
Familiarity with RCCA methodologies
Working knowledge of PDM systems
Experience supporting TVAC test campaigns
Understanding of cleanroom practices
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
2–5 years of relevant experience in aerospace or precision hardware assembly/test