AST SpaceMobile
aerospace
EnvironmentalTestEngineer-WeekdayDayShift
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“Environmental Test Engineer-Weekday Day Shift at AST SpaceMobile. Skills: Environmental Test Engineering, Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) Testing, Vibration Testing, Shock Testing, Data Acquisition Systems, Test Data Analysis. Perform Thermal Vacuum (TVAC), vibration, and shock testing on components, subsystems, and fully assembled satellites. Coordinate logistics and scheduling with internal engineering teams and external test facilities”
What You'll Achieve.
validate our satellite’s ability to survive the harsh conditions of launch and Low Earth Orbit (LEO); ensure mission readiness; making a direct impact on the success of our rapidly growing business
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; root cause analysis; resolution of test anomalies and failures
Shift 1- Days: Monday–Thursday, 7: 30 a. m. –5: 30 p. m. (4x10s), Shift 2-Nights: Monday–Thursday, 6: 00 p. m. –4: 00 a. m. (4x10s) 10% pay premium, Shift 3- Weekends: Friday–Sunday, 6: 00 a. m. –6: 00 p. m. (3x12s) 20% pay premium, Shift 4- Weekend Nights: Friday- Sunday 6: 00 pm – 6: 00 am (3x12s) 25% pay premium
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3 years of direct, hands-on experience in environmental testing of aerospace, defense, or other high-reliability systems, Working knowledge of relevant environmental test standards (e.g. , NASA GEVS, MIL-STD-810), Demonstrated proficiency with TVAC chambers and vibration tables (sine/random), Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical specifications, Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, Hands-on experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition systems
Nice to Have
Direct experience with environmental testing of satellites or spacecraft, In-depth knowledge of aerospace materials and their behavior in vacuum, thermal, and vibrational environments
What You'll Do.
Perform Thermal Vacuum (TVAC)
and shock testing on components
and fully assembled satellites
Coordinate logistics and scheduling with internal engineering teams and external test facilities
Work with and oversee environmental test vendors during off-site testing campaigns
Support test article instrumentation (e. g.
strain gauges) and data acquisition system setup
and provide actionable feedback to design and manufacturing groups
and maintain internal environmental test infrastructure
ensuring compliance with safety protocols
Lead root cause analysis and drive the resolution of test anomalies and failures
Contribute to the continuous improvement of test processes
Serve as the subject-matter expert on environmental test equipment and methodologies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with systems, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams; Coordinate logistics and scheduling with internal engineering teams and external test facilities; Work with and oversee environmental test vendors
Process & Methodology
end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of critical test campaigns, managing projects from planning to completion
Full 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 capable and energetic Environmental Test Engineer to validate our satellite’s ability to survive the harsh conditions of launch and Low Earth Orbit (LEO). In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of critical test campaigns. You will work closely with systems, mechanical, and electrical engineering teams to ensure mission readiness. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and demonstrates strong ownership over their work, making a direct impact on the success of our rapidly growing business. This position is assigned to Shift 1- Days: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p. m. (4x10s). Depending on business needs, this role may also have opportunities on: Shift 2-Nights: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 p.m.–4:00 a. m. (4x10s) 10% pay premium. Shift 3- Weekends: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p. m. (3x12s) 20% pay premium Shift 4- Weekend Nights: Friday- Sunday 6:00 pm – 6:00 am (3x12s) 25% pay premium Key Responsibilities: Perform Thermal Vacuum (TVAC), vibration, and shock testing on components, subsystems, and fully assembled satellites. Coordinate logistics and scheduling with internal engineering teams and external test facilities. Work with and oversee environmental test vendors during off-site testing campaigns. Support test article instrumentation (e.g., thermocouples, accelerometers, strain gauges) and data acquisition system setup. Analyze test data, interpret results, and provide actionable feedback to des
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