Manufacturing Engineer, Satellite Integration
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 Manufacturing Engineer for Satellite Integration will focus on planning and supporting the integration and assembly processes for satellite subsystems and full spacecraft. Daily responsibilities include developing manufacturing plans, designing fixtures, collaborating with design engineers, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. The role also involves leading process improvements, reviewing engineering documents, and providing support during environmental testing.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of AST SpaceMobile as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of experience in spacecraft or aerospace system integration, manufacturing engineering, or related field
- Strong understanding of satellite subsystems (avionics, structures, propulsion, harnessing, solar panels, etc.)
- Experience with CAD tools (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar) and PLM systems
- Knowledge of GD&T, assembly tolerances, and precision alignment techniques
- Familiarity with cleanroom operations, ESD controls, and contamination control procedures
Nice to have
- Experience with high-reliability aerospace hardware in a low-volume, high-complexity production environment
- Familiarity with tooling design and supplier management
- Knowledge of CFR Part 21, NASA-STD, ECSS standards, and AS9100D requirements
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
- Experience working with automation or advanced manufacturing technologies
Worth weighing
- No salary listed
- Role involves hands-on experience, which may not suit candidates looking for purely design-focused positions
- The position requires compliance with various aerospace standards, which may involve rigorous quality control processes
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Listed by AST SpaceMobile on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-29. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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