Lead Launch Mechanical Engineer - Spacecraft Integration

AST SpaceMobile; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Launch Operations Mechanical Engineer Lead to oversee all mechanical integration activities at the launch site. This role includes providing technical authority, managing mechanical readiness, and mentoring engineers during the launch campaign. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and have at least 8 years of experience in aerospace, emphasizing hardware integration and use of CAD tools. This role demands strong leadership, communication, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the aerospace industry or high-reliability manufacturing environment.
• Ownership of hardware or subsystem integration from design through launch.
• Advanced background in mechanical engineering with extensive aerospace hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical integration efforts at the launch site to ensure flight-readiness.
• Define and execute mechanical integration strategy throughout launch campaigns.
• Coordinate mechanical activities with systems engineering and integration teams.

Skills

Mechanical integration

Technical leadership

Cross-functional communication

CAD tools proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

SolidWorks

CREO

Job description

AST SpaceMobile in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Launch Operations Mechanical Engineer Lead to oversee all mechanical integration activities at the launch site. This role includes providing technical authority, managing mechanical readiness, and mentoring engineers during the launch campaign. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and have at least 8 years of experience in aerospace, emphasizing hardware integration and use of CAD tools. This role demands strong leadership, communication, and attention to detail.