Technician I (Manufacturing • Production • Assembly) (Dayshift or nightshift, Mon-Thurs)

AST SpaceMobile; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile is seeking a capable Technician I to join our manufacturing team. You will participate in assembly and production of satellite system parts in a busy shop environment.

The rate for this role starts at $20 an hour, with day and night shifts available and potential for weekend work if needed.

This entry level position requires a high school diploma, attention to detail, and the ability to work with small parts and basic hand tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• US Citizen, Permanent Resident Card Holder, or Non-Citizen allowed to work for any employer.
• Must be service-oriented, flexible and enjoy working with a variety of staff.
• Must be detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Works as part of a production team to assemble parts.
• Sorts and places material or items on tables, racks or bins.
• Assembles satellite sub-assembly parts manually.
• Uses various hand tools, measuring and test equipment.
• Cleans assembled parts and places in protective bags or boxes.
• Packs, seals and moves boxes.
• Picks up, moves and sorts small parts.
• Uses small tools and jigs to manipulate parts for assembly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Detail orientation

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Test equipment

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

The Technician I will work in a manufacturing environment, performing tasks related to assembly and production of parts for satellite systems.

The rate for this role starts at $20 an hour.

Available shifts

1.) Monday-Thursday 7:30am to 5:30pm OR 2.) Monday–Thursday, 6:00pm 4:30am (Nightshift is a base pay of $20/hr + 10% shift differential)

Depending on business needs, this role may also have opportunities on:

• Shift 3- Weekends: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. (3x12s).
• Shift 4- Weekends/Nights: Friday–Sunday, 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. (3x12s).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works as part of a production team to assemble parts.
• Sorts and places material or items on tables, racks or bins.
• Assembles satellite sub-assembly parts manually.
• Uses various hand tools, measuring and test equipment.
• Cleans assembled parts and places in protective bags or boxes.
• Packs, seals and moves boxes.
• Picks up, moves and sorts small parts.
• Uses small tools and jigs to manipulate parts for assembly.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• US Citizen, Permanent Resident Card Holder, or Non-Citizen allowed to work for any employer.
• Must be service-oriented, flexible and enjoy working with a variety of staff.
• Must be detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision and able to manage multiple projects.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in technical area.
• Assembly or manufacturing experience.
• High aptitude to work with small electronics, to include soldering of small electrical components or mechanical equipment.
• Experience in space or aeronautical field.

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands

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.