Civil Engineer

AST SpaceMobile•Midland, TX

17h

About The Position

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 Overview Lead civil and structural assessments for satellite gateway sites, ensuring that foundations, site layouts, utilities, and construction work meet engineering expectations, local permitting requirements, and overall deployment timelines. You will own the civil scope from site survey and design review through construction quality, issue resolution, and final turnover, ensuring the site is fully ready for gateway activation. This role operates at the intersection of civil engineering excellence and satellite technology deployment, requiring engineering precision balanced with business urgency while managing regulatory requirements across diverse markets.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in civil/structural engineering for mission‑critical, telecom, industrial, or similar infrastructure
Ability to review civil/structural designs for conformance with commonly used US building and structural design practices
Construction experience including QA/QC, inspection oversight, RFI management, and closeout documentation
Familiarity with construction stormwater and erosion‑control requirements typically required on US projects
Ability to travel across the US for site surveys, construction reviews, and activation support
Strong knowledge of foundations, grading, earthworks, drainage, and practical construction considerations
Ability to review and redline civil drawings and specifications
Experience with civil engineering design software including AutoCAD and Civil 3D
Strong field judgement and ability to anticipate constructability issues
Effective at coordinating contractors and driving timely resolution of issues
Clear communication skills across engineering, construction, operations, and permitting teams

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT progressing toward licensure
Experience with satellite ground stations, antenna foundations, radomes, or telecom towers
Experience working with aviation‑related structure‑height reviews during construction

Responsibilities

Site Surveys & Assessments
Conduct civil surveys to understand topography, access, drainage patterns, soil behaviour, utilities, and overall build feasibility
Identify risks related to site conditions early to support reliable design and construction planning
Structural & Civil Design Validation
Review designs for foundations, antenna/radome supports, equipment pads, shelters, structural frames, and site steel
Confirm that designs account for expected forces such as wind and seismic and follow widely used US design practices common to building and telecom infrastructure
Ensure designs are ready for local permitting by aligning with widely adopted building‑safety requirements used across US jurisdictions
Permitting & Approvals Support
Prepare civil/structural drawings and calculation packages in a format suitable for local building departments
Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to help obtain timely permits
Support environmental and construction‑site compliance requirements such as stormwater control, erosion control, and proper site‑runoff management (standard requirements for most US construction projects)
Construction Oversight & Quality Control
Oversee construction activities including earthworks, foundations, drainage works, trenches and duct banks, and concrete installations
Ensure contractors maintain proper stormwater controls and follow good environmental practices on site
Address onsite technical issues such as RFIs, unexpected soil or rock conditions, and field adjustments
Support safe lifting plans and heavy‑equipment activities, especially for antennas and large components, following widely accepted construction‑safety practices
Activation‑Ready Delivery
Ensure all civil deliverables as‑built drawings, inspection results, soil and concrete test records, redlines, and turnover documentation are complete and accurate
Identify when tall structures or temporary cranes may require review by aviation authorities and coordinate the necessary documentation
Prepare the site so it is fully ready for installation of gateway antenna systems, power systems, and related infrastructure
Cross‑Team Coordination
Work closely with teams including RF/antenna engineering, mechanical and electrical teams, operations, HSE, program management, procurement, legal/permitting, and real estate/site acquisition
Coordinate with electrical/MEP teams on grounding and lightning‑protection elements, ensuring civil interfaces are properly addressed