Satellite Structural Technician – Precision Assembly

AST SpaceMobile; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with Roth option

Life insurance and disability coverage

HSA and transportation benefits

PTO / sick leave

Relocation support

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile in Midland, TX is seeking a Structural Technician to assemble spacecraft structural components and subassemblies using engineering drawings and precise fasteners. This hands-on role sits in our CSAT structures group, building core satellite hardware with tight tolerances.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in aerospace or precision mechanical build, can read blueprints, and work with metals or composites. Relocation support is provided to join this high-tech aerospace program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in aerospace structures or precision mechanical build.
• Experience with rivets, fasteners, and structural installs.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience with aluminum, titanium, stainless steel and/or composites.
• Familiarity with precision tools (calipers, micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Assemble spacecraft structural components and subassemblies using engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Install aerospace fasteners (rivets, bolts, nut plates, specialty hardware) to spec.
• Perform drilling, reaming, countersinking, deburring, and precision fitting.
• Build and bond composite and metallic structures (frames, panels, deployables).
• Execute precision alignment and fit-up to tight tolerances.
• Partner with manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot and improve builds.
• Maintain strict quality, documentation, and configuration control standards.
• Inspect assemblies for structural integrity and dimensional accuracy.
• Support integration, modifications, and structural repairs as needed.

Skills

Rivets & fasteners

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring tools

Aerospace manufacturing

Metals & composites

Technical certificate preferred

Education

Technical certificate / associate degree

Job description

AST SpaceMobile in Midland, TX is seeking a Structural Technician to assemble spacecraft structural components and subassemblies using engineering drawings and precise fasteners. This hands-on role sits in our CSAT structures group, building core satellite hardware with tight tolerances.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in aerospace or precision mechanical build, can read blueprints, and work with metals or composites. Relocation support is provided to join this high-tech aerospace program.