Lead Spacecraft Mechanisms Engineering Technician

• ◆Support assembly, integration, and test operations for spacecraft mechanisms and mechanical subsystems.
• ◆Perform build and integration of mechanisms sub-assemblies and top-level assemblies.
• ◆Support integration of mechanisms assemblies onto spacecraft structures and systems.
• ◆Support developmental, qualification, and acceptance testing of mechanisms and spacecraft hardware.
• ◆Perform spacecraft-level inspections and verification activities during integration and test operations.
• ◆Identify hardware anomalies during build, integration, or testing and escalate issues for investigation.
• ◆Provide detailed feedback to engineering teams regarding hardware performance, design challenges, and opportunities for process improvements.
• ◆Lead complex assembly and integration activities while supervising and mentoring junior technicians.
• ◆Train and develop less experienced technicians on proper assembly techniques, processes, and quality standards.
• ◆Provide manufacturing and test support during spacecraft production and verification phases.

• ✓Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Aerospace Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
• ✓Equivalent hands-on technical training, military experience, or demonstrated industry experience may be considered.

• ✓5–15 years of hands-on experience working with high-reliability hardware in aerospace, satellite, launch vehicle, or similar precision engineering environments.
• ✓Demonstrated experience performing mechanical assembly, integration, and test work in manual or low-automation production environments.
• ✓Proven experience supporting spacecraft or aerospace hardware development, production, or testing.

• ✓Experience supporting space-qualified mechanisms such as deployment systems, release devices, actuators, hinges, latches, or similar systems.
• ✓Experience supporting environmental test campaigns including vibration, shock, or thermal vacuum (TVAC).
• ✓Experience working in high-rate spacecraft manufacturing or production environments.
• ✓Familiarity with root cause and corrective action (RCCA) processes and nonconformance documentation.
• ✓Experience working in cleanroom environments with contamination control requirements.
• ✓Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, procedures, and technical documentation.

• ✓Ability to perform hands-on work with flight hardware and precision mechanical assemblies.
• ✓Ability to stand, bend, and work in assembly environments for extended periods.
• ✓Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• ✓Ability to support extended shifts or weekend work when required to support production schedules.

Additional Information

AST SpaceMobile is hiring multiple Senior Mechanisms Engineering Technicians to support the rapid expansion of spacecraft production operations in Midland, Texas.

This position is salaried and includes equity participation , aligning employee incentives with the long-term success of the company and mission.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and

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 .

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.