Model-based Manufacturing Engineer

AST SpaceMobile; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Model Based Engineer in Hyderabad to author and maintain 3D definitions of composite satellite structures within CAD, defining ply shapes and sequences. You will lead a small team and ensure manufacturability through end-to-end MBSE workflows.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical design of composites, proficiency with NX and Fibersim, and experience with PLM systems like Siemens Teamcenter. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical design and composite structures experience.
• Proficient in CAD (NX, Fibersim) and able to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Author 3D composite definitions: ply shapes, sequences, drop‑off profiles, core materials in CAD.
• Simulate fabric behavior to catch manufacturability issues before parts are built.
• Generate flat patterns and export data for laser projection, cutting, and AFP paths.
• Create cross‑sections, ply books, and documentation to ensure repeatability and quality.
• Integrate designs with PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter) for change management and traceability.

Skills

Composite design

NX/Fibersim

CAD modeling

Team leadership

English comms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Siemens Teamcenter

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 Model Based Engineer who will be responsible for authoring and maintaining the 3D digital definitions of composite satellite structures within CAD platforms — defining ply shapes, sequencing, drop‑off profiles, and core materials. The role owns the model‑based workflow end to end: simulating how fabrics conform to complex molds to catch manufacturing issues before parts are built, generating flat patterns and factory‑floor outputs (laser projection, automated cutting, and AFP paths), producing ply books and cross‑section documentation for repeatability, and integrating designs with PLM systems such as Siemens Teamcenter to manage engineering changes and maintain traceability across teams.

The successful candidate will be innovative, creative, and challenge the status quo. They will work well in teams while also having the ability to lead a small team and to work self‑directed assignments autonomously.

Key Responsibilities

• Authoring 3D composite definitions, specifying ply shapes, ply sequence orders, drop‑off profiles, and core materials inside CAD platforms.
• Simulating how fabrics conform to complex molds, identifying manufacturing issues—such as fiber deviation, wrinkling, or bridging—before any physical part is built.
• Generating flat patterns that account for material deformation, exporting critical data directly to the factory floor, including laser projection files, automated cutting sequences, and automated fiber placement (AFP) paths.
• Creating accurate cross‑sections, core samples, and automated “Ply Books” (layup documentation) to ensure repeatability and part quality for technicians.
• Integrating designs with systems (like Siemens Teamcenter) to manage engineering changes, maintain traceability, and ensure all teams access the latest digital definitions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in mechanical design and composite structures design.
• Strong technical skill in design of composite structure and design for manufacturability.
• Mandatory CAD program experience (NX, Fibersim).
• Proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary team with other engineers.
• Flexibility/adaptability in a fast‑paced & dynamic environment.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace / space composite structural design.

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy of documentation and deliverables.

Technology Stack

• CAD Tools (NX, Fibersim)
• Microsoft Office Tools

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel 20% of the time.
• Must be willing to work outside of standard business hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays).

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.