Production Control Associate, 4th Shift, Site 2
About The Position
AST SpaceMobile is building SpaceMobile, a space-based cellular broadband network designed to provide 4G/5G connectivity to standard smartphones around the world. The job posting describes an Electrical & Electronics Test Technician role responsible for testing electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems to ensure they meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. The technician works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Production teams to troubleshoot issues, document findings, and maintain test equipment in support of product reliability and performance. The role supports functional, environmental, diagnostic, acceptance, and performance testing, including testing during product development, prototype work, qualification, and production ramp-up. It involves interpreting technical documentation, investigating failures, maintaining test stations and equipment, and complying with applicable safety, quality, ESD, and cleanroom requirements. Work takes place in manufacturing, laboratory, and engineering test environments and may involve changing priorities and deadlines. The posting title is “Production Control Associate, 4th Shift, Site 2,” but the position overview and detailed responsibilities describe an Electrical & Electronics Test Technician. Relocation to Midland, Texas, is presented as an opportunity for candidates open to moving there.
Requirements
- Associate degree or technical diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience may be considered.
- Experience performing testing, troubleshooting, and diagnostics on electrical and electronic assemblies.
- Experience operating test and measurement equipment in a manufacturing, laboratory, aerospace, or engineering environment.
- Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset.
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and technical documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.
- Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced technical environment.
Nice To Haves
- Additional technical certifications in electronics, testing, or manufacturing.
- At least two years of experience in an electrical or electronic testing environment (listed as preferred).
- IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or similar electronics assembly/testing certifications.
- Familiarity with aerospace, defense, military, telecommunications, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting prototype, qualification, and production testing activities.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or related quality management systems.
- Experience with data acquisition systems, automated test equipment (ATE), or manufacturing execution systems (MES).
- Understanding of analog and digital electronics, power systems, RF principles, and embedded electronics.
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical and electronic testing of components, subassemblies, and finished products according to engineering specifications, work instructions, and test procedures.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot automated and manual test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, hipot testers, and specialized test systems.
- Conduct functional, continuity, insulation resistance, hipot, acceptance, and performance testing.
- Support environmental and reliability testing, including thermal cycling, vibration, burn-in, and qualification testing.
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, specifications, and test plans.
- Identify, isolate, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic failures; document root causes and corrective actions.
- Record test data, results, and observations in logs, databases, and electronic reporting systems.
- Assist Engineering with product development, prototype testing, validation, qualification, and production ramp-up.
- Maintain calibration status, preventive maintenance schedules, and operational readiness of test equipment and test stations.
- Follow ESD, safety, quality, and cleanroom requirements, as applicable.
- Assist in developing and improving test fixtures, automated test setups, and testing documentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and improve product reliability, manufacturability, and performance.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
