Production Control Associate, 4th Shift, Site 2

AST SpaceMobile • Midland, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

AST SpaceMobile is building SpaceMobile, a space-based cellular broadband network intended to provide 4G/5G connectivity through standard smartphones. Despite the posting title, the position overview describes an Electrical & Electronics Test Technician role. The technician performs functional, environmental, and diagnostic testing on electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems to verify that products meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. The role works with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Production teams to troubleshoot issues, document results, maintain test equipment, and support product reliability and performance.

The work includes testing components, subassemblies, and finished products; operating and maintaining manual and automated test equipment; conducting acceptance, performance, electrical safety, environmental, and reliability tests; interpreting technical drawings and test plans; and recording results and corrective actions. The technician also supports prototype development, validation, qualification, and production ramp-up, maintains test equipment readiness and calibration, follows applicable ESD, safety, quality, and cleanroom requirements, and helps improve test fixtures, setups, and documentation.

The position is based in a manufacturing, laboratory, and engineering test environment. The posting notes a relocation opportunity to Midland, Texas, but does not explicitly state that relocation is required. Physical activities include standing, walking, fine electronic-component handling, and lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. The posting describes a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines.

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.
• 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 across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Adaptability to changing priorities in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment and perform frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout a shift; sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for repetitive tasks, fine electronic assembly handling, computer work, and data entry; excellent manual dexterity for small components and fine-pitch electronics.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, reach, and balance as required.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 35 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work around machinery, equipment, material handling devices, production tooling, and moving mechanical parts.
• Ability to visually inspect electronic assemblies, wiring, connectors, labels, and test results.
• Ability to communicate effectively through speaking and hearing.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, and varying temperatures, and to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Additional technical certifications in electronics, testing, or manufacturing.
• A minimum of two years of experience in an electrical or electronic testing environment is preferred.
• IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, or similar electronics assembly/testing certifications.
• Familiarity with aerospace, defense, military, telecommunications, or 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 test equipment calibration status, preventive maintenance schedules, and operational readiness of test equipment and stations.
• Comply with applicable ESD, safety, quality, and cleanroom requirements.
• 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.
• Follow company policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The posting describes long-term career growth and stability.
• The posting describes valuable experience and transferable technical skills in aerospace and advanced electrical and electronic systems.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree