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AST SpaceMobile

Lead Environmental Test Engineer-Night Shift

AST SpaceMobile · Midland, Texas, United States

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
87 days
AST SpaceMobile's roles stay open a median of 87 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
1% of AST SpaceMobile's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at AST SpaceMobile
high
231 stale, 6 reposted of 231 open
Hiring momentum
268 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-29

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from AST SpaceMobile's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for AST SpaceMobile.

About this role

The Lead Environmental Test Engineer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing test campaigns to validate satellites for launch and Low Earth Orbit conditions. This role involves performing various environmental tests, analyzing data, and collaborating with engineering teams to ensure mission readiness. The position requires strong ownership and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on continuous improvement of testing processes.

Our read on this posting2.0out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 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

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

Worth weighing

  • Night shift position with a 10% pay premium; other shifts available with varying premiums
  • Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in a moderately noisy environment
  • Role may involve occasional travel to external test facilities
  • Job responsibilities may change based on business demands

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