Test Technician, Electrical and Electronics, 2nd shift, Site 4

AST SpaceMobile
Midland, TX

Who this role is best for

Geared toward detail-oriented candidates with hands-on test experience, comfortable with interpreting technical documents and operating specialized equipment in a collaborative aerospace environment.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on test experience and a background in electronics or electrical engineering.
    — “Associate degree or technical diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and can work with engineers and cross-functional teams.
    — “Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues”
  • Candidates who are adaptable and can handle evolving responsibilities in a fast-paced setting.
    — “Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change”

Things to consider

  • The role requires adherence to strict protocols such as ESD and cleanroom standards.
    — “Follow all ESD, safety, and cleanroom protocols where applicable”
  • Candidates must be open to relocating to Midland, Texas, as the location is specified.
    — “If you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career changing, and life changing, move”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with test equipment like oscilloscopes and hipot testers in your resume.
    — “Hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, hipot tester, function generator, etc.)”
  • Emphasize your ability to interpret technical documents and troubleshoot complex issues.
    — “Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, test plans, and technical documents to execute test procedures”
  • Showcase your attention to detail and quality-focused mindset in your application materials.
    — “Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset”
  • Demonstrate your capability to maintain and calibrate test stations and equipment.
    — “Maintain calibration, safety, and operational readiness of test stations and equipment”
  • Include any certifications related to electronics testing or aerospace standards.
    — “IPC, J-STD-001, or related electronics assembly/testing certifications are a plus”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Performing functional, environmental, and diagnostic testing on electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems
Typical background
Associate degree or technical diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)

Skills & requirements

Required

Electrical And Electronic TestingAutomated And Manual Test Equipment OperationFunctional, Continuity, Insulation Resistance, Hipot, And Performance TestingInterpret Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Test Plans, And Technical DocumentsProblem-solving And Troubleshooting SkillsMS Office Proficiency

Preferred

IPC, J-std-001, Or Related Electronics Assembly/testing CertificationsISO 9001, As9100, Or Aerospace/defense/military Standards Knowledge

Stack & domain

Electrical TestingElectronic TestingOscilloscopesMultimetersPower SuppliesSignal GeneratorsSpectrum AnalyzersTest Data Collection SoftwareErp/mes SystemsProblem-solvingAttention To DetailCommunicationTeamworkIPCJ-std-001ElectronicsAerospace

About the role

Original posting from AST SpaceMobile

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 Summary:

The Electrical and Electronics Test Technician is responsible for performing functional, environmental, and diagnostic testing on electrical and electronic components, assemblies, and systems. This role ensures all products meet design specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. The technician will work closely with engineers to identify issues, troubleshoot failures, and maintain test equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform electrical and electronic testing of components, subassemblies, and final products according to engineering specifications and test procedures.

Operate and maintain automated and manual test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and specialized test setups.

Conduct functional, continuity, insulation resistance, hipot, and performance testing.

Assist in environmental testing, including thermal cycling, vibration, burn-in, and other reliability assessments.

Interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, test plans, and technical documents to execute test procedures.

Identify, isolate, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic failures; document findings and recommend corrective actions.

Record test results accurately in logs, reports, or databases to ensure traceability and compliance.

Support engineering teams during product development, validation, and qualification activities.

Maintain calibration, safety, and operational readiness of test stations and equipment.

Follow all ESD, safety, and cleanroom protocols where applicable.

Assist in developing and improving test fixtures, setups, and documentation.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and improve product reliability.

Qualifications:

Associate degree or technical diploma in Electronics, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent hands-on experience).

2+ years of experience in electrical/electronic test environments preferred.

Strong knowledge of electronic components, analog/digital circuits, and electrical measurement principles.

Hands-on experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, DMM, hipot tester, function generator, etc.).

Ability to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.

Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with test data collection software or ERP/MES systems.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

IPC, J-STD-001, or related electronics assembly/testing certifications are a plus.

Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or aerospace/defense/military standards is desirable.

Key Competencies:

Attention to detail and quality-focused mindset.

Excellent manual dexterity and ability to work with fine-pitch electronics.

Strong communication and documentation skills.

Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing or engineering environment.

If you are open to relocating to Midland, this can be a career changing, and life changing, move into the high-tech aerospace world offering a new skill set and job security in a very similar environment that will soon feel like home. We encourage you to apply to learn more about AST SpaceMobile and what Midland has to offer.

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.

Source: AST SpaceMobile careers

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