MES Systems Engineer

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.

Position Summary 

AST SpaceMobile is seeking an MES Systems Engineer (Tulip Developer) to join our Enterprise Applications team, specializing in Tulip interfaces and integrations. As an integral part of the manufacturing process, the MES Systems Engineer will design, develop, configure, implement, and maintain Tulip-based MES applications that streamline production, improve data visibility, and ensure accurate data flows between MES, ERP, and PLM systems. 

The successful candidate will actively support integrations, Manufacturing Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, work centers, work instructions, and dashboards, while maintaining MES solutions tailored to business requirements and manufacturing processes. This role partners closely with engineering, operations, and quality teams to translate real-world manufacturing needs into robust, user-friendly Tulip solutions that enable scalability and efficiency. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop, configure, and maintain Tulip MES applications (apps, connectors, triggers, dashboards) to support production workflows, digital work instructions, traceability, and “as-built” history. 

• Administer Tulip environments, including user and role management, system configuration, and integration with ERP, PLM, and shop floor devices (barcode/RFID, test stations, Edge IO). 

• Design and maintain dashboards, reports, and data tools to provide visibility into KPIs, compliance metrics, and production status. 

• Collaborate with stakeholders to capture requirements, translate them into technical designs, perform testing, and support UAT and production rollout. 

• Document system designs, configurations, and standard work; establish auditing and change control processes for engineering changes and releases. 

• Monitor and resolve data synchronization issues across CAD, PLM, ERP, and MES; implement systemic rules and automation to improve data quality and user experience. 

• Serve as the primary Jira support contact for MES/Tulip requests; manage ticket triage, tracking, and reporting to Manufacturing and IT leadership.