Director – Gateway Products
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. We are seeking a Director of Gateway Products to lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of gateway solutions within a complex telecommunications environment. This role is responsible for transforming gateway systems into standardized, scalable, and globally deployable products with clearly defined configurations and performance expectations. The Director will ensure that gateway offerings are designed for repeatability, operational efficiency, and seamless integration into broader network architectures.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum of 15+ years of experience in telecommunications, satellite communications, wireless networks, or similar technical domains
- At least 5+ years managing highly technical teams or product-focused engineering organizations
- Telecommunications systems including access networks and core infrastructure
- Knowledge of network architecture, system integration, and deployment models
- Experience with automated testing tools and validation frameworks
- Familiarity with hardware/software integration and lifecycle management tools
- Systems used for monitoring, diagnostics, and performance optimization
- General understanding of distributed infrastructure and scalable systems
- Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods
- Ability to interface with hardware systems or lab environments when required
- Capability to participate in virtual and in-person meetings
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Engineering Management or an advanced technical discipline preferred
- Experience managing product lifecycles for complex hardware/software systems
- Experience developing standardized, scalable product offerings in technical environments
- Familiarity with acceptance testing, automation, and deployment strategies
- Proven ability to drive productization of previously customized solutions
Responsibilities
- Define and manage gateway product offerings, including standardized configurations and scalable product tiers
- Develop and maintain a product roadmap aligned with operational scalability and service delivery objectives
- Establish and oversee acceptance criteria, testing standards, and validation processes for gateway deployments
- Build and implement automated testing and validation workflows to improve efficiency and consistency
- Own and maintain standardized configurations to ensure compatibility across diverse deployment environments
- Ensure gateway solutions align with overall network architecture and integration requirements
- Define deployment procedures, upgrade paths, and lifecycle management processes
- Enable operational teams with clear guidance for deployment, maintenance, and support
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and delivery teams to ensure product readiness
- Drive continuous improvement in product design, scalability, and operational performance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
