Satellite Electrical Integration Engineer, Cape Canaveral

Satellite Electrical Integration Engineer

76 Days Old

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet - on land, at sea and in flight.

Job Summary:
As an Electrical Engineer for Launch Operations, you will play a critical role in preparing our spacecraft for launch. You'll work closely with internal engineering teams, launch vehicle providers, and ground support personnel to support integration, test, and pre-launch operations. We are seeking a skilled Satellite Electrical Integration Engineer to lead the final electrical integration and testing of satellites before launch.

This position involves hands-on work at launch sites to ensure satellites are safely tested and prepared for final integration with the launch vehicle.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the on-site electrical engineering representative for satellite integration with launch vehicles.

Perform final integration and testing of satellites at launch sites.

Work directly with launch vehicle providers and ground support teams to ensure compliance with interface and electrical requirements.

Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during pre-launch preparations.

Ensure electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) is used safely and effectively.

Ensure all hardware and processes meet safety, quality, and launch provider standards.

Maintain documentation and provide detailed reporting of all launch site activities.

Work closely with mission assurance teams to verify readiness.

Collaborate with systems, electrical, and software engineers to support integrated operations and issue resolution.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's degree is a plus).

2+ years of experience in satellite integration and testing and/or satellite experience preferred.

Experience with environmental testing and spaceflight hardware.

Proficient with electrical and software engineering toolsets (Matlab, Python, Gitlib) and engineering documentation.

Strong understanding of launch site safety procedures and environmental controls.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to work in high-pressure launch environments.

Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support launch campaigns, sometimes for weeks at a time.

U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency required.

Must be able to pass background check to access Cape Canaveral, an active US military base.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring the success of our satellite missions. If you are passionate about space and satellite technology, we encourage you to apply!

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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Location:: Cape Canaveral

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