Sr. Spacecraft Vibration Test Engineer Verified today
About the Role
AST SpaceMobile is building SpaceMobile, the first space-based cellular broadband network accessible via standard smartphones, delivering 4G/5G connectivity globally.
You will work as a structural dynamics engineer defining, directing and reporting on swept sine vibration testing of spacecraft. This position is based in Midland, Texas and requires deep hands-on experience with test level specification, instrumentation placement, and response and force limiting implementation. Laboratory equipment competency is mandatory.
What You'll Do
- Determine sine vibration base input levels and author sine vibration test plans
- Serve as Test Director for sine vibration testing, coordinating with test lab personnel
- Report on testing results, including launch vehicle tailored summaries
- Prepare for test readiness by collaborating across spacecraft integration disciplines
- Participate in material and failure review boards
- Compile lessons learned and lead continuous process improvement
- Work with existing team to learn and improve current processes
Minimum Qualifications
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
- Minimum 6 years hands-on experience in swept sine vibration of spacecraft, including: test planning and instrumentation selection, test readiness, test level definition, data validation, base input control, notching and overshoots, test reporting
- Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
- Flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced environment
- Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
- US Person status for ITAR requirements
Technical Skillset Required
- Strong knowledge of MS Excel and Matlab
- SDOF system response to vibration and closed form techniques
- Very strong competency in MS Office tools
- Familiarity with Vibration Control
- Understanding of Accelerometers and Data Acquisition practices
- Data validation in time and frequency domain signals
Preferred Qualifications
- MS degree in structural dynamics or related specialty
- Ability to code to automate tasks and improve efficiency
- Experience leading random vibration, acoustic, or shock testing
- Knowledge of environmental test criteria determination
- Basic Finite Element Analysis in Nastran