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Mechanical Harness Engineer

AST SpaceMobile · Lanham, Maryland, 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 Mechanical Harness Engineer will design, develop, and integrate electrical harnesses for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite systems, ensuring efficient power and data transfer. Responsibilities include creating detailed harness drawings, conducting analyses, supporting fabrication and testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role also involves staying updated on harness technologies and troubleshooting issues during integration and testing phases.

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 or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 3–5 years of experience in electrical harness design for aerospace or space applications
  • Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Nice to have

  • Experience with high-reliability harness design for small satellites, CubeSats, or nano/microsatellites
  • Knowledge of space-rated materials and manufacturing processes
  • Familiarity with thermal analysis and thermal management techniques
  • Previous work with major aerospace agencies or satellite manufacturers

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed
  • The role involves working in clean room and lab environments, which may require additional physical demands
  • The job description mentions that additional tasks may be assigned, indicating potential variability in responsibilities

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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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