Environmental Test Technician

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.

This position is based in our satellite production facility in Midland, TX, with full relocation provided (details below).

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Position Overview

AST is in search of an Environmental Test Technician II to support environmental qualification and acceptance testing of satellite systems, solar arrays, and aerospace hardware. This role performs environmental testing activities including thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, acoustic, thermal cycling, and related test methods with minimal supervision. The Technician II is expected to independently execute test setups, troubleshoot test issues, support calibration activities, mentor junior technicians, and ensure compliance with aerospace quality, safety, and testing standards.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: based on experience, with overtime opportunities. 
• Schedule: 1st Shift – Days: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (4x10 schedule) with paid lunch and breaks
• Flexibility: Weekday and weekday shifts are also available depending on experience and team needs.

What You'll Do:

• Independently perform environmental testing including thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, shock, acoustic, thermal cycling, and qualification testing.
• Set up, configure, instrument, and operate environmental test systems and associated support equipment.
• Install, verify, and troubleshoot instrumentation including accelerometers, thermistors, thermocouples, strain gauges, and other test sensors.
• Configure and operate Data Acquisition Systems (DAQs), multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other electronic test equipment.
• Build, modify, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical wiring, harnesses, connectors, and test fixtures.
• Perform soldering, connector termination, cable fabrication, and electrical continuity verification.
• Support testing and validation of satellite subsystems, solar panels, and flight hardware.