AST SpaceMobile
aerospace
EnvironmentalTestEngineer-WeekendDayShift
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“Environmental Test Engineer-Weekend Day Shift at AST SpaceMobile. Skills: Environmental Test Engineering, Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) testing, vibration testing, shock testing, test data analysis, test instrumentation, data acquisition systems. 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.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.; Lead root cause analysis and drive the resolution of test anomalies and failures.
Weekend Day Shift: Friday–Sunday, 6: 00 a. m. –6: 00 p. m. (3x12s), 20% pay premium, Opportunities on Shift 1- Days: Monday–Thursday, 7: 30 a. m. –5: 30 p. m. (4x10s)., Opportunities on Shift 2-Nights: Monday–Thursday, 6: 00 p. m. –4: 00 a. m. (4x10s) 10% pay premium., Opportunities on Shift 4- Weekend Nights: Friday- Sunday 6: 00 pm – 6: 00 am (3x12s) 25% pay premium.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related technical field., A minimum of 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 to ensure mission readiness.; Coordinate logistics and scheduling with internal engineering teams and external test facilities.
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 3- Weekends: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p. m. (3x12s) 20% pay premium Depending on business needs, this role may also have opportunities on: 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 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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