CSAT Integration Technician- Night Shift

AST SpaceMobile•Midland, TX

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 We are seeking a CSAT Integration Technician to support the hands-on integration of satellite subsystems and harness assemblies. This role is focused on precision electronics integration, cable and harness dressing, soldering, and mechanical fitment during satellite build activities. The CSAT Integration Technician will work closely with integration leads and engineers to identify issues during build, prevent damage during assembly, and ensure work is performed to documented procedures and quality standards. This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to recognize when integration steps are being performed incorrectly, and the confidence to escalate issues before hardware is damaged. This position is assigned to Shift 2, working Monday–Thursday, 6:00 p.m.–4:30 a.m. Depending on business needs, this role may also have opportunities on: Shift 1: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Shift 3: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in electronics integration, aerospace manufacturing, or complex electromechanical assembly
Hands-on experience with wire harness fabrication, termination, and dressing
Experience soldering to IPC standards (IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 preferred)
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to recognize problems early and communicate clearly with leads and engineers
Comfortable taking direction while also speaking up when work is being performed incorrectly
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Ability to work methodically under schedule pressure
Ability to work in a manufacturing and integration environment
Ability to sit, stand, bend, and reach for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs as required
Ability to use hand tools and perform fine motor tasks for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Technical certification, associate degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in electronics, aerospace, or manufacturing preferred
Experience working on satellites, spacecraft, or high-reliability aerospace systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, harness drawings, and mechanical assembly drawings
Experience identifying and preventing hardware damage during integration activities
Prior experience working in cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environments
MES or digital work instruction systems (experience preferred, not required)

Responsibilities

Perform satellite integration activities including electronics installation, harness dressing, and harness termination
Terminate, route, dress, and secure wire harnesses per drawings, work instructions, and IPC standards
Perform soldering, rework, and inspection on flight and non-flight hardware as required
Integrate mechanical and electrical assemblies while ensuring no damage occurs during installation
Identify integration issues, fitment conflicts, or process gaps and communicate them to integration leads and engineers
Recognize when improper techniques or procedures could result in hardware damage and stop work when necessary
Support troubleshooting of integration-related issues identified by the integration team
Follow ESD, cleanliness, and aerospace quality standards at all times
Document issues, discrepancies, and lessons learned during integration activities
Collaborate closely with manufacturing engineering, quality, and test teams during CSAT build and integration