Electrical Test Engineer Associate | Testing & Automation

AST SpaceMobile; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile seeks an Associate Electrical Test Engineer to support development, execution, and documentation of product testing ensuring quality, performance, and compliance with standards. This role collaborates with engineering to translate requirements into effective test plans and procedures, executes tests, and reports findings.

You will work with the team to refine test processes, explore test automation opportunities, and train staff on procedures and equipment in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• OR Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering with equivalent hands-on experience.
• 0–2 years in testing, engineering, laboratory, or related technical environments.
• Exposure to test automation concepts or implementation.
• Familiarity with general-purpose electronic test equipment (e.g., power supplies, digital multimeters, source meters).
• Experience supporting quality control, inspection, or testing of complex electronic systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product design teams and lead engineers to define testing requirements for electrical and electromechanical systems.
• Develop, document, and refine test plans, test procedures, and test processes.
• Execute test procedures in accordance with approved documentation.
• Analyze test results and prepare clear, accurate test reports for engineering leadership.
• Support continuous improvement of test processes, including evaluating opportunities for test automation.
• Train and support technical staff on test procedures, equipment, and best practices as needed.
• Ensure testing activities align with internal quality expectations and relevant industry standards.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource on test equipment, methods, and best practices for engineering teams.

Skills

Test planning

Documentation

Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering with hands-on experience

Tools

General‑purpose electronic test equipment

Job description

AST SpaceMobile seeks an Associate Electrical Test Engineer to support development, execution, and documentation of product testing ensuring quality, performance, and compliance with standards. This role collaborates with engineering to translate requirements into effective test plans and procedures, executes tests, and reports findings.

You will work with the team to refine test processes, explore test automation opportunities, and train staff on procedures and equipment in a fast-paced