CSAT Integration Technician- Night Shift
AST SpaceMobile
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
We are seeking a CSAT Integration Technician to support the hands-on integration of satellite subsystems and harness assemblies. This role is focused on precision electronics integration, cable and harness dressing, soldering, and mechanical fitment during satellite build activities. The CSAT Integration Technician will work closely with integration leads and engineers to identify issues during build, prevent damage during assembly, and ensure work is performed to documented procedures and quality standards.
This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to recognize when integration steps are being performed incorrectly, and the confidence to escalate issues before hardware is damaged.
This position is assigned to Shift 2, working Monday–Thursday, 6:00 p.m.–4:30 a.m. Depending on business needs, this role may also have opportunities on:
- Shift 1: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
- Shift 3: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform satellite integration activities including electronics installation, harness dressing, and harness termination
- Terminate, route, dress, and secure wire harnesses per drawings, work instructions, and IPC standards
- Perform soldering, rework, and inspection on flight and non-flight hardware as required
- Integrate mechanical and electrical assemblies while ensuring no damage occurs during installation
- Identify integration issues, fitment conflicts, or process gaps and communicate them to integration leads and engineers
- Recognize when improper techniques or procedures could result in hardware damage and stop work when necessary
- Support troubleshooting of integration-related issues identified by the integration team
- Follow ESD, cleanliness, and aerospace quality standards at all times
- Document issues, discrepancies, and lessons learned during integration activities
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing engineering, quality, and test teams during CSAT build and integration
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Technical certification, associate degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in electronics, aerospace, or manufacturing preferred
Experience:
- Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in electronics integration, aerospace manufacturing, or complex electromechanical assembly
- Hands-on experience with wire harness fabrication, termination, and dressing
- Experience soldering to IPC standards (IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 preferred)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working on satellites, spacecraft, or high-reliability aerospace systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, harness drawings, and mechanical assembly drawings
- Experience identifying and preventing hardware damage during integration activities
- Prior experience working in cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environments
Soft Skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to recognize problems early and communicate clearly with leads and engineers
- Comfortable taking direction while also speaking up when work is being performed incorrectly
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Ability to work methodically under schedule pressure
Technology Stack
- Hand tools for electronics and mechanical integration
- Soldering and rework equipment
- Electrical schematics, harness drawings, and work instructions
- MES or digital work instruction systems (experience preferred, not required)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing and integration environment
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, and reach for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs as required
- Ability to use hand tools and perform fine motor tasks for extended periods
This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.
AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
