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About the job
AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet – on land, at sea and in flight.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Satellite Operations Engineer to support real-time operations of AST SpaceMobile’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. This role is shift-based to ensure 24/7 coverage, including weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a passion for space systems, automation, and mission success.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute planned tasks for LEO satellite operations from the Satellite Operations Center (SOC) in a shift environment
- Coordinate with the satellite and the ground network to configure ground equipment to execute scheduled satellite contacts (pre-pass, pass, and post-pass)
- Execute satellite procedures and upload satellite commands according to contact planning schedule and verify satellite response
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a STEM-related field
Experience
A minimum of 2 years of satellite operations experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with LEO satellite constellations
- Familiarity with mission planning, flight dynamics, and ground network operations
- Prior work in a 24/7 operations environment
- Exposure to automation tools and scripting for satellite operations
- Knowledge of satellite telemetry and command systems
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of all documentation and project deliverables
- Self-starter with initiative and ownership mindset
- Adaptability to rapidly evolving system requirements
- Satellite command and control software
- Ground network configuration tools
- Mission planning and flight dynamics applications
- Telemetry monitoring systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Linux-based systems and scripting (preferred)
- Ability to work in a standard office environment and use a computer for extended periods
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Must be able to remain alert and responsive during prolonged periods of monitoring and operations
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.
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