Drafting Intern

AST SpaceMobile•Midland, TX

18h

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 The Drafting Intern will support AST’s engineering, facilities, and manufacturing teams through the creation, revision, and maintenance of technical drawings, layouts, and documentation for buildings, production equipment, and infrastructure projects. This role will assist with architectural, mechanical, and electrical drafting activities using CAD and PLM systems while gaining exposure to satellite manufacturing operations, facility expansion projects, and engineering workflows in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current enrollment in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
Exposure to AutoCAD or similar CAD software through coursework, internships, or personal projects preferred.
Basic understanding of technical drawings, engineering documentation, and drafting standards.
Experience working with Microsoft Office applications preferred.
Ability to work in both office and industrial/manufacturing environments.
Ability to walk construction sites and manufacturing areas as needed.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.
May require standing, walking, climbing stairs, and performing field measurements for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with 2D and 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar platforms.
Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or technical documentation systems.
Interest in aerospace manufacturing, facility design, or industrial engineering environments.
Experience reading technical schematics, layouts, or construction drawings.
Knowledge of manufacturing, construction, or engineering workflows.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and maintaining 2D and 3D technical drawings, layouts, and models for buildings, manufacturing equipment, and infrastructure projects.
Support the creation and revision of architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
Maintain drawing libraries, layout collections, revision histories, and released documentation within AST’s Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
Update existing drawings and prepare finalized documentation packages for engineering and production use.
Read and interpret technical datasheets, specifications, and engineering documentation to extract dimensions and design requirements.
Assist with drafting work related to production flow, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) processes.
Participate in daily coordination meetings with engineering and project teams to support ongoing facility and equipment initiatives.
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, architects, and stakeholders to incorporate design updates and technical requirements into drawings.
Support implementation of industry standards, drafting conventions, regulatory requirements, and engineering calculations into design documentation.
Assist with documentation control and organization of technical records and project files.
Perform on-site measurements and field verification activities for buildings, equipment, and construction projects.
Utilize technical measurement tools, scanners, mapping technologies, drones, or other digital measurement systems as required.
Support engineering teams during facility walkthroughs, installations, and construction verification activities.