Lead Satellite Structures Technician

AST SpaceMobile; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Overtime opportunities

Night and weekend shifts (with pay)

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Structural Technician, Lead to oversee a team responsible for assembling satellite structural components in a manufacturing environment in Midland, TX. This hands-on leadership role blends technical skill with production ownership to drive quality and output.

Candidates should have strong experience with composite and metallic structures in a precision setting within the CSAT Structures Group.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or degree preferred.
• Minimum 1+ year in aerospace, manufacturing, or mechanical assembly.
• Ability to lead in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong communication and team coordination skills.
• Calm, solution-focused mindset under pressure.
• High attention to detail and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead small teams of technicians while actively participating in structural assembly work.
• Assign and prioritize work based on production needs and team capability.
• Interpret and apply blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Lead rework efforts (MRO) based on engineering dispositions and non-conformance documentation.
• Assemble, drill, and fasten aluminum and composite components to spec.
• Ensure adherence to approved processes, documentation, and quality standards.
• Utilize tools such as calipers, palm drills, die grinders, rivet guns, and torque tools.
• Report progress, issues, and production status to leadership.
• Coach and develop technicians to meet quality and production targets.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues.

Skills

leadership

team coordination

communication

attention to detail

organization

reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training or degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Rivet guns

drills

Torque tools

Hi-Loks

Job description

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a Structural Technician, Lead to oversee a team responsible for assembling satellite structural components in a manufacturing environment in Midland, TX. This hands-on leadership role blends technical skill with production ownership to drive quality and output.

Candidates should have strong experience with composite and metallic structures in a precision setting within the CSAT Structures Group.