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 an Associate Automation Engineer to support the design, development, and implementation of automated systems that improve manufacturing efficiency, quality, safety, and scalability. This role works across production, test, and engineering teams to help deploy controls, robotics, and software-driven automation that reduce manual intervention and enable reliable, repeatable operations.
The ideal candidate is an early-career engineer with foundational knowledge of controls, robotics, and software automation who is eager to build hands-on experience in industrial and manufacturing environments.
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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.