Quality Inspector I, 1st Shift, Site 1

AST SpaceMobile•Midland, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector I to support production by ensuring satellite components meet quality and engineering requirements. This hands-on, detail-oriented role works with production and engineering teams to verify that in-process and finished products meet aerospace quality standards. The position supports multiple inspection assignments and requires adapting to changing production schedules while maintaining accurate inspection records and documentation. The listed 1st shift schedule is Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., on a 4x10 schedule, with paid lunch and breaks. The posting also describes a 2nd shift schedule of Monday–Thursday, 6:00 p.m.–4:00 a.m., with a 10% shift differential and paid lunch and breaks. Pay is DOE; additional shift differentials apply for 2nd shift. The position is associated with Midland, Texas, and the posting says candidates should be open to relocating there.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Experience with quality assurance principles, inspection methods, and manufacturing processes.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Experience documenting inspection results and providing quality dispositions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to collaborate with engineers, production personnel, and quality teams.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality standards.
Professionalism, consistency, and accountability in daily work activities.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; use hands and fingers for repetitive and precision tasks; bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, and balance as required.
Ability to communicate effectively through speaking and hearing, work around large structures, tooling, and manufacturing equipment, and lift, push, and carry up to 15 pounds.
Ability to work near moving mechanical equipment and in confined or restricted spaces as needed.
Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous materials such as carbon fiber.
Ability to wear required PPE, including gloves, smocks, and other protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a technical, manufacturing, engineering, or related field.
Three or more years of inspection experience in aerospace, aviation, military, or manufacturing environments.
Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes and quality standards.
Experience conducting detailed inspections using blueprints, specifications, and precision measuring equipment.
Experience with electrical systems testing and inspection.
Familiarity with aerospace quality systems and compliance requirements.
First Article Inspection (FAI) experience.
Experience reviewing supplier documentation and certification packages.

Responsibilities

Perform in-process inspections of electrical and mechanical assemblies using technical drawings, CAD models, work instructions, and established processes.
Conduct detailed final inspections of finished products, including First Article Inspections (FAIs), and review supplier documentation.
Identify, document, and communicate product and process nonconformances in accordance with quality procedures.
Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) policies, procedures, and applicable standards.
Collaborate with Quality Engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve quality concerns.
Support multiple inspection assignments while adapting to changing production schedules.
Verify proper use and calibration status of measuring and inspection equipment.
Read, interpret, and follow technical drawings, specifications, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation.
Adhere to PPE requirements, product protection procedures, company policies, and safety guidelines.
Support a clean, safe, and quality-focused manufacturing environment.