Associate Test Engineer (Electrical) Verified today
About the role
AST SpaceMobile is building SpaceMobile, the first space-based cellular broadband network accessible by standard smartphones, delivering 4G/5G connectivity worldwide. You will support development, execution, and documentation of product testing to ensure quality, performance, and compliance with internal and industry standards.
What you will do
- 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
- 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
What you need
Education:
- 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
Experience:
- Minimum 0-2 years of relevant experience in testing, engineering, laboratory, or related technical environments
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working in a research, development, or test laboratory environment
- Exposure to test automation concepts or implementation
- Familiarity with general-purpose electronic test equipment (power supplies, digital multimeters, source meters)
- Experience supporting quality control, inspection, or testing of complex electronic systems
- Familiarity with energy systems, environmental testing, or vibration testing equipment
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
Key skills
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills across cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Meticulous attention to detail in test accuracy and documentation
- Ability to adapt and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Innovative and analytical problem-solving approach
- Proficiency with laboratory and engineering software (data acquisition, modeling, simulation tools)
- Familiarity with test automation or scripting tools
- Comfort with standard office productivity tools and extended computer and test equipment use
- Safe handling of laboratory instruments and equipment per established procedures
Work environment
Standard office and laboratory environment in Midland, Texas. You will use computers and test equipment for extended periods and safely handle laboratory instruments.