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 talented Junior Mechanical Engineer to work in our satellite mechanical subsystem & payload, contributing to the mechanical design, analysis, specification, testing, and validation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mechanical design and modelling of mechanical subsystems and payload. Preparation of preliminary design with layouts, sketches, testing requirements, materials, processes, and tools, define mechanical interfaces with other mechanical subsystems.
• Develop and maintain mechanical design documentation, manufacturing drawings, interface control drawings, test procedures and tooling (vibration, shock, TVAC, assembly).
• Technical Support to AIT activities including fabrication, assembly, integration, and tests.
• Responsible for the design and capability of the system design to meet the technical requirements.
• Support in structural and thermal decisions and engineering trade-offs to find the best conceptual architectures and design.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field. Higher degree is preferred.

Experience:

A minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in mechanical design.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mechanical space subsystems and payload and/or other equivalent applications is a plus.
• Experience using PDM and PLM software is a plus.
• Knowledge in GDIT is a plus.

Soft Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team with other engineers.
• Flexibility/adaptability in a fast-paced & dynamic environment.

Technology Stack:

• CAD software (Inventor is preferred).

Physical Requirements

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.